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While the Light Lasts
by Agatha Christie
While the Light Lasts is a curated collection of nine short stories, featuring both classic detective puzzles and early experimental works from the Queen of Crime. The volume highlights two rare cases for Hercule Poirot alongside haunting psychological thrillers and romantic mysteries that reveal a different side of the author's genius. From the unique treasure hunt of Manx Gold to the supernatural undertones of the title story, this anthology captures the full breadth of Christie's storytelling mastery.
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- Reading time
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- File size
- 0.3 MB
- Published
- 1/1/1997
- ISBN
- 9780062007261
- Formats
- EPUB
While the Light Lasts is a curated collection of nine short stories, featuring both classic detective puzzles and early experimental works from the Queen of Crime. The volume highlights two rare cases for Hercule Poirot alongside haunting psychological thrillers and romantic mysteries that reveal a different side of the author's genius. From the unique treasure hunt of Manx Gold to the supernatural undertones of the title story, this anthology captures the full breadth of Christie's storytelling mastery.
What you'll take away
- Rediscover rare Hercule Poirot mysteries in their original novella forms.
- Explore the author's early forays into romantic and supernatural fiction.
- Experience the unique structure of Manx Gold, a story once famous for its innovative format.
- Delve into tense psychological dramas like The Edge and The Actress.
- Gain insight into Christie's career through background notes by Tony Medawar.
