Monday, July 23, 2012

Irish Thought for July 23...

Irish-American Writers

Raymond Chandler

The novelist and screenwriter Raymond Chandler had a pervasive influence on the contemporary private detective story, popularizing many of the characteristics of the film-noir genre.  His novels include The Big Sleep, Farewell, My Lovely, and The Long Goodbye, for which he won an Edgar Award.  His screenplays include Double Indemnity and Strangers on a Train.

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