Cain: The Biography of James M. Cain

“I never knew a writer who regarded [writing] as anything but a refined form of crucifixion.⠗James M. Cain  Although Cain was formerly dismissed as merely a hardboiled writer, his finest works—The Postman Always Rings Twice, Mildred Pierce, and Double Indemnity—arenow considered enduring classics of American literature.  In this book Roy Hoopes gives as full a picture of the man and his life as will ever be written. The work was awarded an “Edgarâ by the Mystery Writers of America. Â
ASIN: 0030493315
VSKU: BVV.0030493315.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Illus. with photos|Hoopes, Roy
Binding: Hardcover
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Condition Notes: Former library book with the usual stamps, stickers and labels. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.