Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie, born in 1890 in Torquay, England, is the world's best-selling author of all time. She achieved this remarkable feat through her prolific output of mystery and suspense novels, short stories, and plays. Christie’s writing is characterized by intricate plots, clever misdirection, and memorable characters like the astute Hercule Poirot and the observant Miss Marple, often challenging readers to solve the puzzle alongside the detective.
Christie's works have been adapted into numerous films, television series, and stage productions, further cementing her legacy as a literary icon. Notable works include the Poirot novel The Mysterious Affair at Styles and the Miss Marple novel The Murder at the Vicarage, alongside numerous short story collections and plays such as The Mousetrap which holds the record for the longest continuous run of any play in the world.


















































































































































































































































































































