Agatha Christie

Agatha Christie, a captivating book penned by Lucy Worsley, is a must-read for all literature enthusiasts. Published in the year 2023 by Hodder And Stoughton Ltd, this book delves into the intriguing world of mystery and suspense, a genre that Agatha Christie herself was a master of. Worsley, with her exceptional storytelling, brings to life the persona of Christie, making readers feel as if they are a part of the narrative. This English book is an exceptional addition to your reading list, promising an unforgettable journey through the life and works of Agatha Christie. Don't miss out on this literary gem from Hodder And Stoughton Ltd.

'A smart and highly entertaining portrait of a literary powerhouse'- THE TIMES BOOKS OF THE YEAR'A riveting portrait'- GUARDIAN BOOKS OF THE YEAR***'Worsley's sparkling biography brings a fresh eye to Christie's life and work, firmly busting the myth that she, or her novels, were cosy.' Daily Mail'Christie lovers should read this biography for the same reason they read her novels.' - The Times'Worsley's book excels in bringing a broader historical perspective to Christie's life and work, and her enthusiasm is infectious.' - Observer'Nobody in the world was more inadequate to act the heroine than I was.'Why did Agatha Christie spend her career pretending that she was 'just' an ordinary housewife, when clearly she wasn't? As Lucy Worsley says, 'She was thrillingly, scintillatingly modern'. She went surfing in Hawaii, she loved fast cars, and she was intrigued by the new science of psychology, which helped her through devastating mental illness. So why - despite all the evidence to the contrary - did Agatha present herself as a retiring Edwardian lady of leisure? She was born in 1890 into a world which had its own rules about what women could and couldn't do. Lucy Worsley's biography is not just of an internationally renowned bestselling writer. It's also the story of a person who, despite the obstacles of class and gender, became an astonishingly successful working woman. With access to personal letters and papers that have rarely been seen, Lucy Worsley's biography is both authoritative and entertaining and makes us realise what an extraordinary pioneer Agatha Christie was - truly a woman who wrote the twentieth century.