William F. Nolan. Inscribed and sketched by the author. Stated first edition. New York: Congdon and Weed, 1983. Both unclipped dust jacket in Very Good+ condition. Other than author inscription on flyleaf, no other writing or markings found in this well-preserved book, 276 pp.
Product Description:
A rare and highly collectible stated first edition of Hammett: A Life at the Edge (Congdon & Weed, 1983) by William F. Nolan, celebrated author and biographer of Dashiell Hammett. This copy is personally inscribed, signed, and features an original pen sketch of “The Hammett Man” — dated May 17, 1983 — making it a unique collector’s item for fans of noir, detective fiction, and classic American crime writing.
William F. Nolan was instrumental in preserving and interpreting the life of Dashiell Hammett, creator of The Maltese Falcon, The Thin Man, and Red Harvest. This biography dives deep into Hammett’s early years as a Pinkerton detective, his turbulent relationship with Lillian Hellman, and his lasting influence on hardboiled literature.
This copy is in VG+ to Near Fine condition, complete with its original dust jacket.
