Large Print Book
Agatha Christie : first lady of crime / edited by H. R. F. Keating ; with a new introduction by Sophie Hannah.
"Agatha Christie was not only the most successful author of detective stories the world has ever known, she was also a mystery in herself, giving only the rarest interviews--declining absolutely to become any sort of public figure. Distinguished crime novelist H. R. F. Keating brings together a dozen noted writers to throw light on the ever-intriguing Dame Agatha. Some essays analyze Christie's art itself; some explain the reasons for her success. The myriad of angles explored here are penetrating, affectionate, enthusiastic, analytical, and even funny. Together, they give insight into the life and work of the First Lady of Crime"-- Back cover.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781432893491
- ISBN: 1432893491
- Physical Description: 311 pages (large print) ; 23 cm
- Edition: Large print edition.
- Publisher: Waterville, ME : Thorndike Press, a part of Gale, a Cengage Company, 2021.
- Copyright: ©2021
Content descriptions
| Formatted Contents Note: | Introduction to the 2021 edition / by Sophie Hannah -- Introduction / by H. R. F. Keating -- The case of the escalating sales / Elizabeth Walter -- The mistress of complication / Julian Symons -- The mistress of simplicity / Edmund Crispin -- A very English lady / Michael Gilbert -- Cornwallis's revenge / Emma Lathen -- The message of Mayhem Parva / Colin Watson -- The Christie everybody knew / Celia Fremlin -- The Christie nobody knew / Dorothy B. Hughes -- A Midas gift to the theatre / J.C. Trewin -- The Agatha Christie films / Philip Jenkinson -- Music and mystery / William Weaver -- Miss Marple -a portrait / Christianna Brand -- Hercule Poirot -a companion portrait / H. R. F. Keating. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Christie, Agatha, 1890-1976. Authors, English > 20th century > Biography. Detective and mystery stories, English > History and criticism. |
| Genre: | Large print books. |
Available copies
- 2 of 2 copies available at Kenton County.
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- 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covington Branch | LT 828.912 C555zk 2021 (Text) | 33126024793857 | Large Print Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Erlanger Branch | LT 828.912 C555zk 2021 (Text) | 33126024793840 | Large Print Nonfiction | Available | - |