Plot summary, “Red Harvest” by Dashiell Hammett in 6 Minutes - Book Review
“Red Harvest“ is a hardboiled detective novel written by Dashiell Hammett, an American author known for his contributions to the crime fiction genre. The novel was published in 1929 and is considered one of Hammett’s seminal works.
Set in the fictional mining town of Personville, also known as “Poisonville“ due to its corruption and violence, the story follows the unnamed protagonist, often referred to as the Continental Op, a private investigator. The Op is hired by a newspaper publisher to clean up the town by exposing its corrupt officials and criminal elements.
As the Op delves deeper into the investigation, he becomes embroiled in a web of deceit, power struggles, and violence. The novel is known for its intricate plot, gritty atmosphere, and the Op’s relentless pursuit of justice amid a town rife with corruption and betrayal.
“Red Harvest“ is recognized for its influence on the hardboiled detective genre, characterized by its tough, unsentimental style, mor
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