The Collected Works of Agatha Christie: The Mysterious Affair at Styles, The Secret Adversary, The Murder on the Links, The Cornish Mystery, Hercule Poirot's Cases

Agatha Christie

Nov 2023 · DigiCat

About this ebook

The Collected Works of Agatha Christie is an extensive compilation of the renowned author's most famous detective novels. Christie's literary style is characterized by intricate plots, clever twists, and well-developed characters that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Her works, which include iconic titles such as Murder on the Orient Express and The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, have solidified her reputation as the Queen of Mystery. Christie's ability to seamlessly weave together clues and red herrings has made her a household name in the world of detective fiction. The Collected Works provides a comprehensive overview of Christie's mastery of the genre, making it a must-read for fans of mystery and suspense. With over 80 novels to choose from, readers are sure to find themselves captivated by Christie's storytelling prowess and keen insight into the human psyche. The Collected Works of Agatha Christie is a timeless collection that showcases the enduring appeal of one of the greatest crime writers of all time.

Ratings and reviews

Easy reading. Good interesting stories.

About the author

Dame Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie, DBE (1890–1976), was an English writer known for her sixty-six detective novels and fourteen short story collections, particularly those revolving around her fictional detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple. Often referred to as the 'Queen of Crime' or 'Duchess of Death', Christie's work has solidified her reputation as one of the most important and innovative figures in the development of the mystery genre. She also wrote the world's longest-running play, The Mousetrap, and six novels under the pseudonym Mary Westmacott. Christie's writing is characterized by its tight plotting, ingenious use of red herrings, and insightful understanding of human psychology. These attributes shine in her collected works, which have delighted readers for generations with their clever puzzles and memorable characters. Apart from her literary accomplishments, Christie's own life—marked by a disappearance in 1926 that attracted national attention—often fascinated the public. Her titles, including 'Murder on the Orient Express', 'Death on the Nile', and 'The Murder of Roger Ackroyd', have become classics, cementing her legacy as an enduring force in twentieth-century literature. Christie was appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) for her contribution to literature in 1971. Her books have sold more than a billion copies in English and another billion in translation, making her the best-selling novelist of all time according to the Guinness World Records.