This well-preserved first printing softcover edition is in fine condition, with no marks or tears and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, unmarked, and the book is tight, square, and in good condition. The Long Goodbye is a novel written by Raymond Chandler, first published in 1953. It is widely regarded as one of Chandler's finest works and a classic of American detective fiction. The novel is part of Chandler's Philip Marlowe series, featuring the iconic private detective Philip Marlowe. The Long Goodbye is often considered a pivotal moment in Chandler's career, as it is both a hard-boiled detective novel and a deeper exploration of human nature. This novel solidified Chandler’s reputation as a master of both the detective genre and the exploration of moral complexity.