Risultati per "Agatha Christie" in Storia e critica della letteratura

In The Big Four, Hercule Poirot takes on a puzzling series of murders that seem unrelated at first glance. But as always, the meticulous Belgian detective spots the one subtle clue tying them all together: the recurring presence of the number four. Determined to uncover its meaning, Poirot soon discovers the existence of a powerful international crime syndicate known only as “The Big Four.” Joined once again by his loyal friend Captain Hastings, Poirot embarks on a chase across Europe, tracking a network that always seems to stay one step ahead. It’s a race against time to expose a ...

Na festa do Dia das Bruxas promovida pela viúva Rowena Drake, uma garota chamada Joyce, conhecida pelo macabro talento de contar histórias de crime e mistério, é encontrada morta por afogamento em uma tina usada para uma das tradicionais brincadeiras de Haloween. A anfitriã pede ajuda ao célebre detetive Hercule Poirot para desvendar o mistério, mas Poirot terá dificuldades para descobrir quem teria interesse em silenciar Joyce: ninguém sequer acredita que a morte dela tenha sido um assassinato.

Step into the world of poisoned teacups, secret wills, and suspicious alibis—one book at a time. The Agatha Archives is your bite-sized journey through the works of Agatha Christie, reviewed in chronological order. In just 5 to 7 minutes, hosts Ataraxia and Atanaria take you back to the golden age of mystery, unpacking each novel’s twists, turns, and timeless charm. Whether you’re a first-time reader or a seasoned Christie connoisseur, you’ll rediscover her stories with fresh eyes—and maybe spot a clue you missed the first time. Put the kettle on, settle in, and join us as we pay ...

All About Agatha is a podcast all about, well, Agatha. Agatha Christie, of course: the Queen of Crime, a real-life Dame of the British Empire, and author of sixty-six mystery novels that spanned the Twentieth Century, defining a genre. For five years, Catherine Brobeck and Kemper Donovan revisited these novels in publication order, ranking them according to pre-set criteria (plot, character, etc.). Tragically, Catherine Brobeck passed away at the end of 2021. She will be forever missed. Since then, Kemper has completed the podcast's ranking project, and continues to celebrate the greatness of ...

A new investigation from Dr Mark Aldridge, exploring a lifetime of Agatha Christie’s Miss Jane Marple. Winner of the 2025 H.R.F Keating Award for the best 2024 biography or critical book related to crime fiction. In Agatha Christie’s Marple: Expert on Wickedness,‘Agathologist’ Dr Mark...

From the very first book publication in 1920 to the recent film release of Death on the Nile, this investigation into Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot celebrates a century of probably the world’s favourite fictional detective. This book tells his story decade-by-decade, exploring his...

Agatha Christie: The Queen of Mystery On a chilly night in December 1926, renowned British mystery author Agatha Christie mysteriously disappeared from her home in Berkshire after leaving her car abandoned miles away. The public launched a massive manhunt assuming foul play befell the successful writer. However, eleven days later, Agatha resurfaced claiming memory loss from trauma having secretly traveled to a spa under an alias. While the notorious incident never fully got solved, one flawless truth remained undisputed - Christie herself was the indisputable "Queen of Mystery" spinning ...

Hey there, folks! Today we're gonna dive into the wild and wonderful world of raw milk. Now, I know some of you might be scratching your heads, thinking, "What in the heck is raw milk, and why should I care?" Well, let me tell you, it's a topic that's been causing quite a stir in the food community, and it's high time we explore it together. So, what exactly is raw milk? It's pretty simple, really. Raw milk is milk that hasn't been put through the pasteurization process, which is basically just heating it up to kill off any nasty bacteria that might be lurking inside. Some folks swear by raw...

All About Agatha is a podcast all about, well, Agatha. Agatha Christie, of course. The Queen of Crime, a real-life Dame of the British Empire and author of sixty-six mystery novels that spanned the Twentieth Century, defining a genre. The podcast's specific project is to rank these novels--because imposing objectivity on a subjective experience like reading is the sort of fruitless exercise that leads to all sorts of fruitful observations, even revelations. More broadly, the idea is to approach Christie by way of a rigorous literary analysis she so rarely gets, but so richly deserves. The same...

10 pessoas são convidadas pelo misterioso U.N. Owen para passar alguns dias numa ilha perto de uma aldeia pouco movimentada. Os convidados aceitam o convite e de igual maneira embarcam num barco local para a ilha. Na 1ª noite, quando todos já se conheciam razoavelmente bem e conviviam animadamente na sala, ouve-se uma voz vinda das paredes da sala, acusando cada um dos 10 presentes de ter cometido um crime, crime esse que apesar de ser despropositado ou inevitável, levou à morte de outras pessoas. O pânico instala-se e mortes inexplicáveis se sucedem, tendo por única pista uma trova ...

Viele Kinder lasen Enid Blyton oder Beatrix Potter - Carla Valentine war von klein auf verrückt nach Agatha Christie und rätselte mit, wer wohl der Mörder war. Diese frühe Faszination ließ Carla Valentine Forensik studieren, in Leichenhallen und in pathologischen Instituten arbeiten, doch von Agatha Christie ließ sie nie ab. Agatha Christie benutzte den Begriff "Forensik" noch nicht wie wir, doch auch sie beschreibt in ihren Krimis mit ihrer fachkundigen Beobachtung und viel Einfallsreichtum die Wendungen und Verwicklungen der einzelnen Fälle und überführt geschickt jeden einzelnen Mörder.

"Christie's Conundrums" is a unique podcast series that delves into the fascinating realm of speculative fiction, each episode weaving a new short story around a central question: What would Agatha Christie do if...? Set against a backdrop of mystery and intrigue, this series imagines the iconic detective novelist in scenarios that stretch the boundaries of her usual milieu. From Christie solving a cyber-crime in futuristic Tokyo to her navigating political intrigue aboard an interstellar spacecraft, each episode crafts a narrative that blends classic Christie-style deduction with imaginative ...

Sex. Drugs. Rock 'n' Roll. Agatha Christie?? Agatha Christie may not be the first person you think of when you think of the Swinging Sixties, but her writing has much to say about the big topics of the day. Join Dr Mark Aldridge and Gray Robert Brown on a rad journey through time with the Queen of Crime.

Agatha Christie revelled in the use of poison to kill off unfortunate victims in her books; indeed, she employed it more than any other murder method, with the poison itself often being a central part of the novel. Her choice of deadly substances was far from random—the characteristics of each often provide vital clues to the discovery of the murderer. Christie's extensive chemical knowledge provides the backdrop for A Is for Arsenic, in which Kathryn Harkup investigates the poisons used by the murderer in fourteen classic Agatha Christie mysteries.

The opposite of true crime. Part book club, part interview show, Tea & Murder is a podcast all about Agatha Christie and her work. Every episode, host Rebecca Thandi Norman has an exciting guest to discuss an Agatha Christie book, story, or play of their choice. With a smattering of literary analysis and a big dose of humor, Rebecca and her guest dive into why we like the things we like, what makes a great mystery, and every conceivable element of the Agatha Christie universe. Welcome to Tea & Murder! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This fun, engrossing book takes a look at the surprising influence that gardens and gardening have had on mystery novels and their authors. With their deadly plants, razor-sharp shears, shady corners, and ready-made burial sites, gardens make an ideal scene for the perfect murder. But the...