"The Black Dahlia" by James Ellroy is a vintage paperback book published in 1988 by The Mysterious Press. This fiction novel, intended for young adults and adults, features a mystery and detective genre, specifically focusing on hard-boiled and general mystery. With a compact size of 6.8 inches in length, 4.5 inches in width, and 1 inch in height, this paperback is a collectible piece for fans of Ellroy's work or vintage paperbacks in general. Weighing 6.2 ounces, it offers a gripping narrative in the English language, making it a valuable addition to any book collection.