The renowned novel from crime fiction master Raymond Chandler, with the 'quintessential urban private eye' (Los Angeles Times), Philip Marlowe Featuring the iconic character that inspired the film Marlowe, starring Liam Neeson.In noir master Raymond Chandler's Playback, Philip Marlowe is hired by an influential lawyer he's never heard of to tail a gorgeous redhead, but then decides he'd rather help out the redhead. She's been acquitted of her alcoholic husband's murder, but her fatherinlaw prefers not to take the court's word for it.'Chandler wrote like a slumming angel and invested the sunblinded streets of Los Angeles with a romantic presence:' Ross Macdonald
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Q: What is the genre of 'Playback' by Raymond Chandler?
A: 'Playback' is categorized as Genre Fiction, specifically within the crime fiction and noir genres.
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Q: Who is the main character in 'Playback'?
A: The main character in 'Playback' is Philip Marlowe, a private detective created by Raymond Chandler.
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Q: What is the page count of 'Playback'?
A: 'Playback' has a total of 176 pages.
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Q: When was 'Playback' published?
A: 'Playback' was published on August 12, 1988.
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Q: What is the binding type of this edition of 'Playback'?
A: This edition of 'Playback' is a paperback binding.
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Q: Is 'Playback' a new book?
A: 'Playback' is listed in new condition.
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Q: Who is the author of 'Playback'?
A: The author of 'Playback' is Raymond Chandler.
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Q: What is the plot of 'Playback'?
A: 'Playback' follows Philip Marlowe as he is hired to tail a woman who has been acquitted of her husband's murder, but he chooses to help her instead.
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Q: Is 'Playback' part of a series?
A: 'Playback' is a standalone novel and not part of a series, although it features the recurring character Philip Marlowe.
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Q: What themes can be found in 'Playback'?
A: 'Playback' explores themes of morality, justice, and the complexities of human relationships within a noir framework.
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