AGATHA CHRISTIE: The Secret Adversary & The Mysterious Affair at Styles - Enriched edition

Agatha Christie

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Agatha Christie's 'The Secret Adversary & The Mysterious Affair at Styles' showcases her unparalleled talent for crafting intricate mystery plots with unexpected twists and turns. In 'The Secret Adversary,' readers are drawn into a thrilling tale of espionage and intrigue as two amateur sleuths navigate a dangerous world of secret agents and political conspiracies. On the other hand, 'The Mysterious Affair at Styles' introduces readers to Hercule Poirot, Christie's iconic detective, as he cleverly solves a murder case within an English country estate, setting the stage for many more Poirot mysteries to come. Christie's writing style is engaging and immersive, keeping readers guessing until the last page. This collection of two classic mysteries exemplifies Christie's ability to captivate audiences with her storytelling prowess and attention to detail.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Disponibile da: 06/10/2017.

Lunghezza di stampa: 156 pagine.

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