The Big Sleep: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Philip Marlowe, a private eye who operates in Los Angeles's seamy underside during the 1930s, takes on his first case, which involves a paralyzed California millionaire, two psychotic daughters, blackmail, and murder
Quick facts about The Big Sleep
- Title: The Big Sleep
- Author: Raymond Chandler
- First published: 1939
- Genre: fiction, philip marlowe (fictitious character), private investigators
- OpenLibrary ID: OL15400582W
Where to read The Big Sleep
The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Big Sleep about?
Philip Marlowe, a private eye who operates in Los Angeles's seamy underside during the 1930s, takes on his first case, which involves a paralyzed California millionaire, two psychotic daughters, blackmail, and murder.
Who wrote The Big Sleep?
The Big Sleep was written by Raymond Chandler.
When was The Big Sleep published?
The Big Sleep was first published in 1939.
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