T.D.S. on "Paramount Pictures" watermarked onionskin paper, 4to, Hollywood, Nov. 15, 1943.
CHANDLER, RAYMOND THORTON (1888-1959) Author of crime stories and novels of immense stylistic influence upon modern crime fiction, especially in the style of the writing and the attitudes now characteristic of the genre. His protagonist Philip Marlowe, is synonymous with "private detective", along with Dashell Hammett's "Sam Spade".
"This will confirm our understanding that pursuant to your request your employment agreement with the undersigned corporation dated May 12, 1943 is hereby terminated as of November 15, 1943, at the end of said day." Signed and accepted, "Raymond Chandler." (Item ID: 396)
$3,500.00
