How does spade come into possession of the falcon?

Answer 1

In Dashiell Hammett's novel "The Maltese Falcon," private detective Sam Spade comes into possession of the falcon when he is approached by a mysterious woman named Brigid O'Shaughnessy. She initially hires him to find her missing sister but later reveals that she is seeking the coveted Maltese Falcon, a priceless artifact. After a series of twists and betrayals, Spade ultimately acquires the falcon, but its true value and the danger surrounding it complicate his pursuit. The bird itself, a black statuette, symbolizes greed and deception throughout the story.