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Agatha Christie
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Pub Date
Nov 1 2015
| Archive Date
Nov 2 2015
Description
<div><B>An informed introduction to the Christie phenomenon, updated to include new material on the final<I> Poirot</I> adaptation series and Sophie Hannah's <I>The Monogram Murders</I></B><BR><br> Since her debut in 1920 with <I>The Mysterious Affair At Styles</I>, Agatha Christie has become the chief proponent of the English village murder mystery. Although she created two enormously popular characters—the Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, and the inquisitive elderly spinster and amateur sleuth Miss Jane Marple of St Mary Mead—it is not generally acknowledged that she wrote in many different genres: comic mysteries (<I>Why Didn't They Ask Evans?</I>), atmospheric whodunits (<I>Murder On The Orient Express</I>), espionage thrillers (<I>N or M?</I>), romances (under the pseudonym of Mary Westmacott), plays (<I>The Mousetrap</I>), and poetry. She was never afraid to break the rules either, and provoked a storm of controversy with the unorthodox resolution of <I>The Murder Of Roger Ackroyd</I>, now acclaimed as one of the classics of British crime fiction. Christie wrote complex whodunits in a clear, readable style, which is why her books are as popular now as they were 80 years ago. Exemplary film and TV adaptations (Peter Ustinov and David Suchet as Poirot, Margaret Rutherford, and Joan Hickson as Miss Marple), have also encouraged new readers to search out her work. The film, TV, and stage adaptations are listed in this guide, and appendices point readers to books and websites where they can find out more.</div>
<div><B>An informed introduction to the Christie phenomenon, updated to include new material on the final<I> Poirot</I> adaptation series and Sophie Hannah's <I>The...
Description
<div><B>An informed introduction to the Christie phenomenon, updated to include new material on the final<I> Poirot</I> adaptation series and Sophie Hannah's <I>The Monogram Murders</I></B><BR><br> Since her debut in 1920 with <I>The Mysterious Affair At Styles</I>, Agatha Christie has become the chief proponent of the English village murder mystery. Although she created two enormously popular characters—the Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, and the inquisitive elderly spinster and amateur sleuth Miss Jane Marple of St Mary Mead—it is not generally acknowledged that she wrote in many different genres: comic mysteries (<I>Why Didn't They Ask Evans?</I>), atmospheric whodunits (<I>Murder On The Orient Express</I>), espionage thrillers (<I>N or M?</I>), romances (under the pseudonym of Mary Westmacott), plays (<I>The Mousetrap</I>), and poetry. She was never afraid to break the rules either, and provoked a storm of controversy with the unorthodox resolution of <I>The Murder Of Roger Ackroyd</I>, now acclaimed as one of the classics of British crime fiction. Christie wrote complex whodunits in a clear, readable style, which is why her books are as popular now as they were 80 years ago. Exemplary film and TV adaptations (Peter Ustinov and David Suchet as Poirot, Margaret Rutherford, and Joan Hickson as Miss Marple), have also encouraged new readers to search out her work. The film, TV, and stage adaptations are listed in this guide, and appendices point readers to books and websites where they can find out more.</div>
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Ebook |
| ISBN |
9781843444244 |
| PRICE |
$9.99 (USD)
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Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Ebook |
| ISBN |
9781843444244 |
| PRICE |
$9.99 (USD)
|
Average rating from 13 members
Featured Reviews
Critter B, Librarian
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A complete listing of all of Agatha Christie's various publications in order, with cross-referencing.
The book begins with a short biography of Agatha Christie, which left me wanting to learn more about her so interesting life. Then it plunges into a listing of all titles, in series order, with overviews of recurring characters.
Never fear, there are no spoilers, and no deep analysis. I rather think this would be more appreciated by those who have read more of her books.
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Avonna K, Reviewer
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The Pocket Essential Agatha Christie by Mark Campbell is a useful short book for an introduction to Agatha Christie’s life and all of her works. For those of us who love Agatha Christie and want to check to see if we have read everything about Hercule Poirot, Miss Marple or one of her plays, this book is a great reference. It also includes her romances written under her Mary Westmacott pseudonym.
This book is what it says it is, a pocket essential, short and to the point. I find it useful to remind me of a favorite story or to chronologically read her works. I enjoyed Mr. Campbell’s rating of the works, also.
Thank you to Trafalgar Square Publishing, Oldcastle Books and Net Galley for the free ebook in exchange for an honest review.
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Shari B, Librarian
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I have only recently started reading Agatha Christie and this book is a nice companion to the books.
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Katrina R, Reviewer
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Entertaining and concise book about a fascinating author!
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Kari C, Bookseller
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This book is a useful quick reference to Agatha Christie. The first part is a short biography but if you are a Christie fan there will not be any new information here. More of the book is an overview of Christie books, plays, movies and other related Christie works. The book is up to date. The author gives short description of the work and also gives a rating on the work. If you are a Christie fan and want a quick reference this book will find a place on your bookshelf. Enjoy
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David M, Media/Journalist
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Very good summary of Agatha Christie's life and work. Highly recommended for mystery buffs.
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Cozy Book R, Reviewer
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Entertaining fascinating look at the body of work of Christie. A added bonus is a graph of her entire works. Well done . A definitive guide for any Christie lover.
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Featured Reviews
Critter B, Librarian
4 stars
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A complete listing of all of Agatha Christie's various publications in order, with cross-referencing.
The book begins with a short biography of Agatha Christie, which left me wanting to learn more about her so interesting life. Then it plunges into a listing of all titles, in series order, with overviews of recurring characters.
Never fear, there are no spoilers, and no deep analysis. I rather think this would be more appreciated by those who have read more of her books.
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
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4 stars
Avonna K, Reviewer
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The Pocket Essential Agatha Christie by Mark Campbell is a useful short book for an introduction to Agatha Christie’s life and all of her works. For those of us who love Agatha Christie and want to check to see if we have read everything about Hercule Poirot, Miss Marple or one of her plays, this book is a great reference. It also includes her romances written under her Mary Westmacott pseudonym.
This book is what it says it is, a pocket essential, short and to the point. I find it useful to remind me of a favorite story or to chronologically read her works. I enjoyed Mr. Campbell’s rating of the works, also.
Thank you to Trafalgar Square Publishing, Oldcastle Books and Net Galley for the free ebook in exchange for an honest review.
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
Shari B, Librarian
4 stars
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I have only recently started reading Agatha Christie and this book is a nice companion to the books.
4 stars
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4 stars
Katrina R, Reviewer
5 stars
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Entertaining and concise book about a fascinating author!
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Kari C, Bookseller
4 stars
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This book is a useful quick reference to Agatha Christie. The first part is a short biography but if you are a Christie fan there will not be any new information here. More of the book is an overview of Christie books, plays, movies and other related Christie works. The book is up to date. The author gives short description of the work and also gives a rating on the work. If you are a Christie fan and want a quick reference this book will find a place on your bookshelf. Enjoy
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David M, Media/Journalist
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Very good summary of Agatha Christie's life and work. Highly recommended for mystery buffs.
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Cozy Book R, Reviewer
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Entertaining fascinating look at the body of work of Christie. A added bonus is a graph of her entire works. Well done . A definitive guide for any Christie lover.
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