Length26h 53m
About this audiobook
In "Poirot Investigates," Agatha Christie crafts a collection of short stories that showcase her renowned Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, as he unravels a series of complex mysteries. The literary style is characterized by Christie's trademark wit, sharp dialogue, and intricate plotting, which immerse readers in a world of deception and intrigue. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe, the stories reflect the social norms and psychological undercurrents of the time, deftly blending contemporary issues with timeless questions of morality and justice. Agatha Christie, often hailed as the 'Queen of Crime,' produced this work amid a prolific writing career that established her as a master of the detective genre. Her keen insights into human psychology and a fascination with the art of deduction were undoubtedly shaped by her experiences during World War I and her extensive travels. The stories in this collection exhibit her deep understanding of character motivations and the convoluted nature of crime, drawing from her personal observations and moral contemplations. "Poirot Investigates" is a must-read for any enthusiast of mystery fiction, offering an engaging glimpse into Christie's genius. With each meticulously crafted tale, readers are invited to partner with Poirot in his cerebral pursuits, ensuring a captivating reading experience that will linger long after the final page is turned.
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Rating★★★★ 4.0 (96.6K)
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GenreMystery and Thriller
Length26 hrs 53 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 23, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Poirot Investigates
2Chapter 1 I Go to Styles
3Chapter 2 The 16th and 17th of July
4Chapter 3 The Night of the Tragedy
5Chapter 4 Poirot Investigates
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6Chapter 5 “It Isn’t Strychnine, Is It?”
7Chapter 6 The Inquest
8Chapter 7 Poirot Pays His Debts
9Chapter 8 Fresh Suspicions
10Chapter 9 Dr. Bauerstein
11Chapter 10 The Arrest
12Chapter 11 The Case for the Prosecution
13Chapter 12 The Last Link
14Chapter 13 Poirot Explains
151. A Fellow Traveller
162. An Appeal for Help
173. At the Villa Geneviève
184. The Letter Signed “Bella”
195. Mrs. Renauld’s Story
206. The Scene of the Crime
217. The Mysterious Madame Daubreuil
228. An Unexpected Meeting
239. M. Giraud Finds Some Clues
2410. Gabriel Stonor
2511. Jack Renauld
2612. Poirot Elucidates Certain Points
2713. The Girl with the Anxious Eyes
2814. The Second Body
2915. A Photograph
3016. The Beroldy Case
3117. We Make Further Investigations
3218. Giraud Acts
3319. I Use My Grey Cells
3420. An Amazing Statement
3521. Hercule Poirot on the Case!
3622. I Find Love
3723. Difficulties Ahead
3824. “Save Him!”
3925. An Unexpected Dénouement
4026. I Receive a Letter
4127. Jack Renauld’s Story
4228. Journey’s End
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442
453
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475
486
49Mrs Opalsen's Pearls (The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan)
50The Adventure of the Clapham Cook
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