A stunningly repackaged omnibus, gathering together every short story featuring one of Agatha Christie's most famous creations: Miss Marple. Described by her friend Dolly Bantry as ' the typical old maid of fiction', Miss Marple has lived almost her entire life in the sleepy hamlet of St Mary Mead. Yet, by observing village life she has gained an unparalleled insight into human nature - and used it to devasting effect. As her friend Sir Henry Clithering, the ex-Commissioner of Scotland Yard has been heard to say: 'She's ...
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A stunningly repackaged omnibus, gathering together every short story featuring one of Agatha Christie's most famous creations: Miss Marple. Described by her friend Dolly Bantry as ' the typical old maid of fiction', Miss Marple has lived almost her entire life in the sleepy hamlet of St Mary Mead. Yet, by observing village life she has gained an unparalleled insight into human nature - and used it to devasting effect. As her friend Sir Henry Clithering, the ex-Commissioner of Scotland Yard has been heard to say: 'She's just the finest detective God ever made.' - and many Agatha Christie fans would agree. Appearing for the first time in The Murder at The Vicarage (1930) her crime-fighting career spanned over forty years when she solved her final case in 1977 in Sleeping Murder. With every tale flawlessly plotted by the Queen of Crime herself, these short stories provide a feast for hardened Agatha Christie addicts as well as those who have grown to love the detective through her many film and television appearances.
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Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping.
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Very Good. Miss Marple featured in 20 short stories, published in a number of different collections in Britain and America. Presented here in their order of publication, Miss Marple uses her unique insight to deduce the truth about a series of unsolved crimes. Glued binding. B-format paperback. 368 p.
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Good. Miss Marple featured in 20 short stories, published in a number of different collections in Britain and America. Presented here in their order of publication, Miss Marple uses her unique insight to deduce the truth about a series of unsolved crimes. Glued binding. B-format paperback. 368 p.
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Fair. Buy with confidence! Comes with our 100% money back guarantee! ! Tracking included with every order! ! ! The dust jacket is in rough shape, shows significant wear. The dust jacket has damage or tearing. This book cover shows significant wear....The pages show normal wear....
This book was unusual in that Miss Marple was more of a catalyst than a heroine. But each story's solution hinged on just a few well chosen observations from her. A different presentation by Agatha Christie of her sleuth, but entertaining and a welcome addition to any armchair detectives library.
teadee
Dec 31, 2009
Agatha Christie Books
Before modern crime solving tech-it was about behavior, motive and opportunity! Sometimes they can be a little "dated" and there is a cultural difference, but there is also a wonderful glimpse into the past. Miss Marple has an amazing gift of recognizing trends in people and proves that sometimes wisdom comes with age and observation. I think that is why I enjoy the TV series-'The Mentalist' so much-he looks for small details and human nature.
