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Farewell, My Lovely with Dick Lochte

On the Road with Penguin Classics

CHAPTER

The Impact of Chandler's Noir

This chapter reflects on Raymond Chandler's journey from various careers to becoming a notable crime fiction writer with 'The Big Sleep.' It highlights the significance of Los Angeles as a backdrop for his iconic detective, Philip Marlowe, while exploring Chandler's introspective struggles with alcoholism. The discussion also touches on his unique writing style and the evolution of Marlowe's character, paralleling the complexities of the author’s own life.

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