The masculine figure on early american literature.

The Masculine Figure and his Struggle against Evil-rough draft Dashiell Hammett's novel, The Maltese Falcon, was such a success in American literature because of Hammett's version of the masculine figure in American society. Hammett shows the masculine figure through Sam Spade's character, with his firm and social moral standings, and his young attitude. Most importantly, however, is the way Hammett shows the masculine figure through the battle of evil throughout the novel. The masculine figure …

…violence is more apparent in this novel as oppose to the novels with Sherlock Holmes in it, but is used in a more meaningful way. The social and moral standings that are present in the novel show that the main character is firm in his beliefs and isn't swayed by what others think of him. The masculine figure is outlined throughout the entire novel though Sam Spade's character, and is developed as the story continues.