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Raymond Chandler
American novelist
Raymond Chandler was an American novelist and screenwriter. 1)
Born in Chicago
Born in 1888 in Chicago, Illinois. 2)
Philip Marlowe
He is best known for his hard-boiled detective fiction featuring Philip Marlowe. 3)
Seven novels featuring Marlowe
He wrote seven novels featuring Marlowe, including “The Big Sleep” (1939) and “Farewell, My Lovely” (1940). 4)
Full-time writer
Chandler worked as an oil company executive before becoming a full-time writer in the 1930s. 5)
Hard-bolied detective
He was one of the leading practitioners of the “hard-boiled” style of detective fiction. 6)
Writin g style
Chandler's writing style is characterized by his use of crisp, witty dialogue, vivid descriptions, and a sharp eye for the seamy side of life. 7)
Development of the modern detective novel
He is often considered a major influence on the development of the modern detective novel. 8)
Adaptations
Chandler's work has been adapted into numerous film and television productions, including the movies “The Big Sleep” (1946) and “Marlowe” (1969). 9)
"Double Indemnity"
He received an Academy Award for Best Screenplay in 1944 for his work on “Double Indemnity”. 10)
Struggled with depression
Chandler was a heavy drinker and struggled with depression throughout his life. 11)
Died in 1959
He died in 1959 at the age of 70. 12)