THE ASPHALT JUNGLE.
Edition: First edition.
New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1949. Hardcover first edition - A classic noir novel - the story of a jewelry heist in a midwestern city that goes wrong - from its planning to execution to the aftermath ending in death or capture. Basis for 1950 classic film noir directed by John Huston and starring Sterling Hayden, and notable for an early appearance by Marilyn Monroe. 271 pp.
Condition: Very good in original paper covered boards (toning the spine, a bit of wear to the top of the spine), no dust jacket.
Book ID: 85582
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