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Agatha Christie

The Mother of the Cozy Mystery

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Pub Date Jul 14 2026 | Archive Date Jun 23 2026


Description

Embark on a journey through the life behind the mother of cozy mysteries like Murder on The Orient Express and And Then There Were None with this captivating literary biography and stunning celebration of Agatha Christie.

100 short entries take you through moments from Agatha Christie’s life—some well-known and some which may be unexpected. These are the moments that shaped her sixty-six detective novels, as well as her plays, short story collections, and romance novels. Including excerpts from her most iconic works like And Then There Were None, Murder on the Orient Express, and Death on the Nile, as well as sidebars that explore how her works have left a lasting impression on pop culture. This book pains a vivid portrait of the complicated and clever woman behind the books.

This beautifully curated book is both an inspiring biography and a celebration of literary brilliance. Whether you’re a longtime admirer of Christie or just beginning your literary adventure, Pocket Portraits: Agatha Christie will leave you fascinated, inspired, and longing for more.
Embark on a journey through the life behind the mother of cozy mysteries like Murder on The Orient Express and And Then There Were None with this captivating literary biography and stunning...

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EDITION Hardcover
ISBN 9781507225387
PRICE $17.00 (USD)
PAGES 240

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