Агата Кристи. О жизни и творчестве — 36 книг — стр. 2

This is the definitive companion to the MISS MARPLE novels, films and TV appearances.

‘I have had a lot of experience in solving different little problems that have arisen.’

Most of the ‘little problems’ tackled by Miss Marple occurred in the pretty rural village of St Mary Mead and came in the shape of murder, robbery and blackmail. In the 40 years of her career, she even solved cases as far afield as London and the Caribbean. But though she usually masqueraded as ‘everybody’s favourite great aunt’, what was she 'really' like?

In this authorised biography of the world’s most famous female sleuth, Anne Hart combs through the 12 novels and 20 short stories in which Miss Marple appeared, uncovering clue and amassing all the evidence to solve the most difficult case of them all – the mystery of Miss Marple.

This is the definitive companion to the MISS MARPLE novels, films and TV appearances.

‘I have had a lot of experience in solving different little problems that have arisen.’…

The definitive companion to the Poirot novels, films and TV appearances. "My name is Hercule Poirot and I am probably the greatest detective in the world". The dapper, moustache-twirling little Belgian with the egg-shaped head, curious mannerisms and inordinate respect for his own "little grey cells" has solved some of the most puzzling crimes of the century. Yet despite being familiar to millions, Poirot himself has remained an enigma - until now. From his first appearance in 1920 to his last in 1975, from country-house drawing-rooms to opium dens in Limehouse, from Mayfair to the Mediterranean, Anne Hart stalks the legendary sleuth, unveiling the mysteries that surround him. Sifting through 33 novels and 56 short stories, she examines his origins, tastes, relationships and peculiarities, revealing a character as fascinating as the books themselves.

The definitive companion to the Poirot novels, films and TV appearances. "My name is Hercule Poirot and I am probably the greatest detective in the world". The dapper,…

People are fascinated by murder. The popularity of murder mystery books, TV series, and even board games shows that there is an appetite for death, and the more unusual or macabre the method, the better. With gunshots or stabbings the cause of death is obvious, but poisons are inherently more mysterious. How are some compounds so deadly in such tiny amounts?

Agatha Christie used poison to kill her characters more often than any other crime fiction writer. The poison was a central part of the novel, and her choice of deadly substances was far from random; the chemical and physiological characteristics of each poison provide vital clues to the discovery of the murderer. Christie demonstrated her extensive chemical knowledge (much of it gleaned by working in a pharmacy during both world wars) in many of her novels, but this is rarely appreciated by the reader.

Written by former research chemist Kathryn Harkup, each chapter takes a different novel and investigates the poison used by the murderer. Fact- and fun-packed, A is for Arsenic looks at why certain chemicals kill, how they interact with the body, and the feasibility of obtaining, administering, and detecting these poisons, both when Christie was writing and today.

People are fascinated by murder. The popularity of murder mystery books, TV series, and even board games shows that there is an appetite for death, and the more unusual or macabre…

Poisoning occurs in over half of Agatha Christie's many novels and stories. In fact, she used a larger number and broader selection of poisons and medicines, for a wider variety of purposes, with greater frequency, ingenuity, and scientific accuracy than any other detective fiction writer. Yet very little has been written on the use of drugs, poisons, and chemicals in Christie's fiction. The Poisonous Pen of Agatha Christie entertainingly and authoritatively fills this gap. Michael Gerald explores the use of poisons and drugs in Christie's fiction not only to commit murder and suicide but also to incapacitate a victim, alter behavior, treat disease, or support addiction. He also analyzes her views, as expressed in her fiction and autobiography, on drug addiction, tbe health professions, the value of medicines, and scientific discoveries. Especially valuable is Gerald's exhaustive listing of all drugs, poisons, and chemicals mentioned in Christie's novels and stories, with references to the work(s) in which each appears and the ways in which each is used. Other tables list all the novels and short stories and the chemicals that are used in each. Throughout, the properties of all drugs are clearly explained so that the reader needs no special scientific or medical knowledge. The Poisonous Pen of Agatha Christie illuminates the fictional uses Christie made of her real-life experiences as a hospital drug dispenser and as a provider of nursing care. It will be of interest to fans and scholars alike.

Poisoning occurs in over half of Agatha Christie's many novels and stories. In fact, she used a larger number and broader selection of poisons and medicines, for a wider variety…

Included in this volume: a comprehensive biography of Christie, including new theories on her strange disappearance in 1926; plot synopses that offer colorful capsules of the stories (without giving away the solutions!); A-to-Z entries on characters from vicars to butlers, police sergeants to maids, each cross-referenced to the story or novel; detailed listings of all films, television programs, radio shows, and documentaries of Christie and her works; up-to-date entries on the most recent releases of previously unpublished Christie writings; and sixty illustrations, including book covers, shots from movies, and stage productions." "Whether you've read every title in the giant Christie canon, or are just discovering her writing, The Complete Christie reveals in delectable detail why the mystique, fascination, and brainteasing fun of the mysteries penned by the century's most successful writer remain forever undiminished.

Included in this volume: a comprehensive biography of Christie, including new theories on her strange disappearance in 1926; plot synopses that offer colorful capsules of the…

The year 1921 saw the publication of The Mysterious Affair at Styles, a murder mystery with a protagonist by the name of Hercule Poirot. It was the first of more than 60 crime novels by Agatha Christie. Christie was a private person, yet her life had its share of mysteries--including a 1926 disappearance that made headlines around the world. Highly illustrated, The World of Agatha Christie is the perfect companion to the work of the most popular mystery writer who ever lived.

The year 1921 saw the publication of The Mysterious Affair at Styles, a murder mystery with a protagonist by the name of Hercule Poirot. It was the first of more than 60 crime…

Murder -- a dark, shameful deed, the last resort of the desperate or a vile tool of the greedy. And a very strange, very English obsession. But where did this fixation develop? And what does it tell us about ourselves? In The Art of the English Murder, Lucy Worsley explores this phenomenon in forensic detail, revisiting notorious crimes like the Ratcliff Highway Murders, which caused a nationwide panic in the early nineteenth century, and the case of Frederick and Maria Manning, the suburban couple who were hanged after killing Maria's lover and burying him under their kitchen floor. Our fascination with crimes like these became a form of national entertainment, inspiring novels and plays, prose and paintings, poetry and true-crime journalism. At a point during the birth of modern England, murder entered our national psyche, and it's been a part of us ever since. The Art of the English Murder is a unique exploration of the art of crime and a riveting investigation into the English criminal soul by one of our finest historians.

Murder -- a dark, shameful deed, the last resort of the desperate or a vile tool of the greedy. And a very strange, very English obsession. But where did this fixation develop?…

Королева детектива не нуждается в представлении. Почти столетие она гордо носит этот титул. За эти годы тысячи авторов написали миллионы детективов, но ни одному не удалось даже немного потеснить ее на троне. И мало кто знает, что Агата Кристи с детства была косноязычной, не училась в школе, а все ее мечты были лишь о том, чтобы удачно выйти замуж.
Как викторианская барышня стала королевой детектива? Прочитайте эту книгу, и вы увидите, что иначе и быть не могло...

Королева детектива не нуждается в представлении. Почти столетие она гордо носит этот титул. За эти годы тысячи авторов написали миллионы детективов, но ни одному не удалось даже…

In DAME AGATHA'S SHORTS, mystery author Elena Santangelo guides you through the short works of one of mystery's most famous writers, AGATHA CHRISTIE.
Find out:
- what was the most exciting event in Christie's life outside of dining with the Queen.
- who Miss Lemon, detective Hercule Poirot's secretary, listed as a former employer on her resume.
- which three short stories inspired the novel Evil Under The Sun.
- what was Ariadne Oliver's sideline before she became a famous novelist.
- what inspired Christie's first story, and possibly her whole writing career.
- why you should read, or re-read, Agatha Christie's short stories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

"The most readable guide and in-depth companion to Agatha's Shorts that any fan could ever wish for. No mystery library, personal or public, should be without this resource. Santangelo has created a gem ..."
--Charles Todd, author of A Matter of Justice and A Duty to the Dead

"A delicious romp through Christie's life and stories. A must-read for Christie lovers ... Santangelo weaves together a wealth of information, making it both enjoyable and educational."
--Judy Clemens, author of the Anthony- and Agatha-nominated Stella Crown series

"Santangelo provides the first source book of Agatha Christie's short fiction in easy prose, with a dash of humor ... For Christie fans--the answer to a prayer!"
--Robin Hathaway, author of Sleight of Hand

In DAME AGATHA'S SHORTS, mystery author Elena Santangelo guides you through the short works of one of mystery's most famous writers, AGATHA CHRISTIE.
Find out:
- what was the…

Интригующая, забавная и захватывающая биография одного из самых известных писателей XX века. Начиная с эпизода, когда в 1926 году Кристи инсценировала собственное исчезновение, графический роман рассказывает историю «королевы детектива» со всеми ее удивительными сюжетными поворотами.

Интригующая, забавная и захватывающая биография одного из самых известных писателей XX века. Начиная с эпизода, когда в 1926 году Кристи инсценировала собственное исчезновение,…

Все детективные романы Агаты Кристи имеют свою историю. Одни связаны с событиями жизни английской писательницы, с тревогами и переживаниями о родных и близких, другие родились как ответ на социальные проблемы и события, потрясшие жителей Британии. Появление романа «Убийства по алфавиту» напоминает детективные истории Королевы детектива.

Все детективные романы Агаты Кристи имеют свою историю. Одни связаны с событиями жизни английской писательницы, с тревогами и переживаниями о родных и близких, другие родились как…

Агата Кристи в «Автобиографии» ссылается на забывчивость, когда упоминает о первом романе, посвященном мисс Марпл: «…я совершенно не помню, где, когда, при каких обстоятельствах написала его, почему, или, по крайней мере, что подсказало мне выбор нового действующего лица — мисс Марпл — в качестве сыщика». Очередное расследование из серии «Загадки Агаты Кристи» — это попытка разобраться, что скрывается за этим провалом в памяти.

Агата Кристи в «Автобиографии» ссылается на забывчивость, когда упоминает о первом романе, посвященном мисс Марпл: «…я совершенно не помню, где, когда, при каких обстоятельствах…

Однажды королева детектива, Агата Кристи, бесследно исчезла из собственного дома. Через 11 дней она вернулась, но ни полицейским, ни мужу не удалось выяснить, что произошло и где все это время находилась писательница. М. Бенедикт пишет роман-догадку о том, какая тайна на самом деле кроется за исчезновением Агаты Кристи.

Однажды королева детектива, Агата Кристи, бесследно исчезла из собственного дома. Через 11 дней она вернулась, но ни полицейским, ни мужу не удалось выяснить, что произошло и где…

Александр Ливергант — литературовед, переводчик, главный редактор журнала «Иностранная литература», профессор РГГУ. Автор биографий Редьярда Киплинга, Сомерсета Моэма, Оскара Уайльда, Скотта Фицджеральда, Генри Миллера, Грэма Грина, Вирджинии Вулф, Пэлема Гренвилла Вудхауса.

«Агата Кристи: свидетель обвинения» — первый на русском языке портрет знаменитого, самого читаемого автора детективных романов и рассказов. Под изобретательным пером Агаты Кристи классический детектив достиг невиданных высот; разгадки преступления в ее романах всегда непредсказуемы.

Долгая, необычайно насыщенная жизнь, необъятное по объему творчество создательницы легендарных сыщиков Эркюля Пуаро и мисс Марпл — казалось бы, редкий пример благополучия. Автор биографии, опираясь на многие, в том числе впервые опубликованные на русском материалы, рисует несколько иную картину: оказывается, жизнь писательницы была полна самых неожиданных поворотов — и иной раз напоминала «закрученные» сюжеты ее романов.

Александр Ливергант — литературовед, переводчик, главный редактор журнала «Иностранная литература», профессор РГГУ. Автор биографий Редьярда Киплинга, Сомерсета Моэма, Оскара…

Красивая женщина реже привлекает к себе подозрение, чем мужчина, а потому Эркюлю Пуаро с большим трудом удавалось распутать преступления, совершенные именно красивыми женщинами. Анализ детективных романов Агаты Кристи «Большая четверка» и «Загадка Эндхауза».

Красивая женщина реже привлекает к себе подозрение, чем мужчина, а потому Эркюлю Пуаро с большим трудом удавалось распутать преступления, совершенные именно красивыми женщинами.…