The High Window

Interesting Facts

• The book is the third novel featuring private detective Philip Marlowe, who became one of the most famous characters in the noir detective genre.
• In the work, Chandler masterfully uses the atmosphere of 1940s Los Angeles, creating a dark and mysterious backdrop for the plot's development.
• One of the key themes of the book is corruption and moral decay in society, characteristic of many of Chandler's works.
• The novel is distinguished by a complex and intricate plot, making it one of the classic examples of the detective noir genre.
• Chandler employs his signature style in the book, combining witty dialogues and deep psychological characterizations.