British Murder Mysteries - Agatha Christie Boxed Set

Agatha Christie

Nov 2023 · DigiCat

About this ebook

Dame Agatha Christie is proclaimed as the Queen of Crime fiction and has the distinction of holding the Guinness World Records for selling over two billion copies of her books. Come along on this thrilling crime adventure and enjoy trying to solve the puzzle yourself. Contents: The Secret of Chimneys The Mysterious Affair at Styles The Secret Adversary The Murder on the Links The Affair at the Victory Ball The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan The Adventure of King of Clubs The Disappearance of Mr.Davenheim The Mystery of the Plymouth Express The Adventure of "The Western Star" The Tragedy at Marsden Manor The Kidnapped Prime Minister The Million Dollar Bond Robbery The Adventure of the Cheap Flat The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge The Clue of the Chocolate Box The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb The Case of the Veiled Lady The Kidnapping of Johnnie Waverly The Market Basing Mystery The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman The Case of the Missing Will The Incredible Theft The Adventure of the Clapham Cook The Lost Mine The Cornish Mystery The Double Clue The Lemesurier Inheritance

About the author

Dame Agatha Christie, born on September 15, 1890, in Torquay, England, is revered as one of the preeminent writers in the genre of mystery fiction. Her substantial body of work laid the blueprint for classic whodunits, characterized by their intricate plots, memorable characters, and surprise denouements, which have enamored readers worldwide. Christie's literary prowess is underscored by the creation of iconic detectives such as the Belgian Hercule Poirot and the astute village sleuth Miss Marple, whose adventures have been collected in anthologies like the 'British Murder Mysteries - Agatha Christie Boxed Set.' Christie's narrative style, often embodying the quintessence of Golden Age detective stories, reflects a deep understanding of human psychology, something she deftly weaves into her storytelling. Over her career, she penned 66 detective novels, numerous short story collections, and the world's longest-running play, 'The Mousetrap.' Her works have been translated into scores of languages, making her one of the most published authors of all time. In recognition of her contribution to literature, Christie was awarded the title Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1971. This recognition solidified her status as literary nobility. Agatha Christie's legacy continues to inspire and captivate; her books are an indispensable touchstone in the mystery genre. She passed away on January 12, 1976, but her stories remain timeless, cementing her as a titan of 20th-century literature.