The Long Embrace

A critical study of the life of Raymond Chandler focuses on his marriage to Cissy Pascal, the older, twice-divorced woman he wed in 1924, discussing her key role in helping transform Chandler from a shy oil company accountant into a literary master and creator of Philip Marlowe. 17, 500 first printing. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.