The Maltese Falcon (Black Mask Authorized Edition)
Feb 2026 · Steeger Properties, LLC
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This officially authorized Black Mask edition showcases the grittier, more explosive magazine version many aficionados regard as superior to the later hardcover text, presenting Dashiell Hammett at his most uncompromising. It features the original magazine artwork plus an all-new introduction by modern Doc Savage author Will Murray, exploring the Falcon’s pulp roots, its legacy in crime fiction, and why this text remains the purest shot of vintage noir you can get.
In this authorized Black Mask edition, readers can finally experience Sam Spade’s most famous case in its toughest, leanest form, just as it first hit the pages of the legendary crime magazine. For fans of classic noir, hard-boiled detective fiction, and the shadowy streets of Hammett’s San Francisco, this is The Maltese Falcon as it was meant to be read—sharp, dangerous, and unforgettable.
In this authorized Black Mask edition, readers can finally experience Sam Spade’s most famous case in its toughest, leanest form, just as it first hit the pages of the legendary crime magazine. For fans of classic noir, hard-boiled detective fiction, and the shadowy streets of Hammett’s San Francisco, this is The Maltese Falcon as it was meant to be read—sharp, dangerous, and unforgettable.
This officially authorized Black Mask edition showcases the grittier, more explosive magazine version many aficionados regard as superior to the later hardcover text, presenting Dashiell Hammett at his most uncompromising. It features the original magazine artwork plus an all-new introduction by ...
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