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Dashil Hammett - Biography

Hammett: The Life and Work of the Great American Detective Writer

Dashil (May 20, 1894 - January 10, 1961) was a name associated with the golden era of American crime fiction. He was one of the most influential and popular detective writers of the 20th century. In this biography, we will immerse ourselves in the life and work of Dashil Hammett, explore his contribution to world literature and influence on the criminal genre.

Samuel Dashel was born in Maryland, United States, the son of poor immigrants. His childhood was difficult and he had to drop out and start working to help his family. At the time, he began to take an interest in literature and wrote his first stories.

Military service during World War I also influenced his life and inspired the writing of more serious works. After the war, he worked in various works, including detective and pinkerton agent, which became an important experience for his future writing.

Dashil Hammett became one of the pioneers of the "hard detective" in American literature. His style was inimitable - he created heroes who were lively and honest, and his dialogue was realistic and sharp. His first novel, "The Thin Line" ("Red Harvest"), published in 1929, was an instant success and established him as an important detective writer.

The following works, including The Maltese Falcon and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, have also become bestsellers and have been adapted into cult films. created the hero Sam Spade, who became a symbol of honesty and courage in the world of detective novels.