Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
"The Affair at the Victory Ball" unfolds as an enthralling short story within Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot series. In this intriguing narrative, the fastidious Belgian detective Hercule Poirot attends the glamorous Victory Ball, only to find himself entangled in a perplexing mystery when a murder takes place during the festivities. As Poirot navigates the opulent world of high society and investigates the elaborate masquerade, readers are treated to a captivating blend of Christie's signature wit, meticulous plotting, and clever deductive reasoning. The narrative weaves a tapestry of deception, hidden motives, and unexpected twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats. "The Affair at the Victory Ball" stands as a testament to Agatha Christie's ability to craft compelling short mysteries. With Poirot's brilliant insights and the author's knack for suspense, this story provides enthusiasts with another delightful opportunity to unravel a captivating mystery in a condensed and elegant setting.
The Affair at the Victory Ball
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
"The Affair at the Victory Ball" unfolds as an enthralling short story within Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot series. In this intriguing narrative, the fastidious Belgian detective Hercule Poirot attends the glamorous Victory Ball, only to find himself entangled in a perplexing mystery when a murder takes place during the festivities. As Poirot navigates the opulent world of high society and investigates the elaborate masquerade, readers are treated to a captivating blend of Christie's signature wit, meticulous plotting, and clever deductive reasoning. The narrative weaves a tapestry of deception, hidden motives, and unexpected twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats. "The Affair at the Victory Ball" stands as a testament to Agatha Christie's ability to craft compelling short mysteries. With Poirot's brilliant insights and the author's knack for suspense, this story provides enthusiasts with another delightful opportunity to unravel a captivating mystery in a condensed and elegant setting.
Publisher: Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
"The Affair at the Victory Ball" unfolds as an enthralling short story within Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot series. In this intriguing narrative, the fastidious Belgian detective Hercule Poirot attends the glamorous Victory Ball, only to find himself entangled in a perplexing mystery when a murder takes place during the festivities. As Poirot navigates the opulent world of high society and investigates the elaborate masquerade, readers are treated to a captivating blend of Christie's signature wit, meticulous plotting, and clever deductive reasoning. The narrative weaves a tapestry of deception, hidden motives, and unexpected twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats. "The Affair at the Victory Ball" stands as a testament to Agatha Christie's ability to craft compelling short mysteries. With Poirot's brilliant insights and the author's knack for suspense, this story provides enthusiasts with another delightful opportunity to unravel a captivating mystery in a condensed and elegant setting.
The Under Dog and Other Stories
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks
ISBN: 9780062094421
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
A beautiful heiress has been found dead on a train. A playboy has been stabbed through the heart during a costume ball. An elderly woman suspects that she is being slowly poisoned to death. A prince fears for his reputation when his fiancÉe is embroiled in another man's murder. A forgotten recluse makes headlines after he is shot in the head. Who but Agatha Christie could concoct such canny crimes? Who but Belgian detective Hercule Poirot could possibly solve them? It's a challenge to be met—in a triumph of detection.
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks
ISBN: 9780062094421
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
A beautiful heiress has been found dead on a train. A playboy has been stabbed through the heart during a costume ball. An elderly woman suspects that she is being slowly poisoned to death. A prince fears for his reputation when his fiancÉe is embroiled in another man's murder. A forgotten recluse makes headlines after he is shot in the head. Who but Agatha Christie could concoct such canny crimes? Who but Belgian detective Hercule Poirot could possibly solve them? It's a challenge to be met—in a triumph of detection.
The LeMesurier Inheritance
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: MB Cooltura
ISBN: 9877447800
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
Using his gray cells, Poirot will need very little time to discover the mystery behind the Lemesurier curse according to which all the firstborn die before inheriting the family fortune. The mother of the next heir asks Poirot to protect Ronald who has been having accidents that could have been fatal. The Belgian detective and his faithful companion Hasting will discover that the ancient curse could not be true.
Publisher: MB Cooltura
ISBN: 9877447800
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
Using his gray cells, Poirot will need very little time to discover the mystery behind the Lemesurier curse according to which all the firstborn die before inheriting the family fortune. The mother of the next heir asks Poirot to protect Ronald who has been having accidents that could have been fatal. The Belgian detective and his faithful companion Hasting will discover that the ancient curse could not be true.
The Victory Season
Author: Robert Weintraub
Publisher: Little, Brown
ISBN: 0316205907
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
The triumphant story of baseball and America after World War II. In 1945 Major League Baseball had become a ghost of itself. Parks were half empty, the balls were made with fake rubber, and mediocre replacements roamed the fields, as hundreds of players, including the game's biggest stars, were serving abroad, devoted to unconditional Allied victory in World War II. But by the spring of 1946, the country was ready to heal. The war was finally over, and as America's fathers and brothers were coming home, so too were the sport's greats. Ted Williams, Stan Musial, and Joe DiMaggio returned with bats blazing, making the season a true classic that ended in a thrilling seven-game World Series between the Boston Red Sox and the St. Louis Cardinals. America also witnessed the beginning of a new era in baseball: it was a year of attendance records, the first year Yankee Stadium held night games, the last year the Green Monster wasn't green, and, most significant, Jackie Robinson's first year playing in the Brooklyn Dodgers' system. The Victory Season brings to vivid life these years of baseball and war, including the littleknown "World Series" that servicemen played in a captured Hitler Youth stadium in the fall of 1945. Robert Weintraub's extensive research and vibrant storytelling enliven the legendary season that embodies what we now think of as the game's golden era.
Publisher: Little, Brown
ISBN: 0316205907
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
The triumphant story of baseball and America after World War II. In 1945 Major League Baseball had become a ghost of itself. Parks were half empty, the balls were made with fake rubber, and mediocre replacements roamed the fields, as hundreds of players, including the game's biggest stars, were serving abroad, devoted to unconditional Allied victory in World War II. But by the spring of 1946, the country was ready to heal. The war was finally over, and as America's fathers and brothers were coming home, so too were the sport's greats. Ted Williams, Stan Musial, and Joe DiMaggio returned with bats blazing, making the season a true classic that ended in a thrilling seven-game World Series between the Boston Red Sox and the St. Louis Cardinals. America also witnessed the beginning of a new era in baseball: it was a year of attendance records, the first year Yankee Stadium held night games, the last year the Green Monster wasn't green, and, most significant, Jackie Robinson's first year playing in the Brooklyn Dodgers' system. The Victory Season brings to vivid life these years of baseball and war, including the littleknown "World Series" that servicemen played in a captured Hitler Youth stadium in the fall of 1945. Robert Weintraub's extensive research and vibrant storytelling enliven the legendary season that embodies what we now think of as the game's golden era.
The Million Dollar Bond Robbery
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 17
Book Description
"The Million Dollar Bond Robbery" is a captivating short story penned by the legendary Agatha Christie, featuring her iconic detective Hercule Poirot. In this succinct yet engrossing narrative, Poirot is called upon to solve the audacious theft of a million-dollar bond. Set against the backdrop of international finance and intrigue, the story unfolds with meticulous detail and clever twists. As Poirot employs his unparalleled deductive skills, readers are taken on a brisk journey through the complexities of the crime and the diverse characters involved. Agatha Christie's trademark ingenuity shines through in "The Million Dollar Bond Robbery," showcasing her ability to craft a compelling mystery within a limited space. The story offers fans of Poirot and newcomers alike a tantalizing glimpse into the world of financial crime and the brilliance of one of literature's most beloved detectives.
Publisher: Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 17
Book Description
"The Million Dollar Bond Robbery" is a captivating short story penned by the legendary Agatha Christie, featuring her iconic detective Hercule Poirot. In this succinct yet engrossing narrative, Poirot is called upon to solve the audacious theft of a million-dollar bond. Set against the backdrop of international finance and intrigue, the story unfolds with meticulous detail and clever twists. As Poirot employs his unparalleled deductive skills, readers are taken on a brisk journey through the complexities of the crime and the diverse characters involved. Agatha Christie's trademark ingenuity shines through in "The Million Dollar Bond Robbery," showcasing her ability to craft a compelling mystery within a limited space. The story offers fans of Poirot and newcomers alike a tantalizing glimpse into the world of financial crime and the brilliance of one of literature's most beloved detectives.
Hot and Sour Suspects
Author: Vivien Chien
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN: 1250782627
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Lana Lee returns for another delectable cozy set in a Chinese restaurant in Vivien Chien's Hot and Sour Suspects. "Pair your noodles with this steaming mystery, and you have the perfect chilly night combination!”—PopSugar At the Ho-Lee Noodle House, murder is on the menu. When Lana Lee’s best friend, Megan Riley, asks her to help host a speed dating contest at Ho-Lee Noodle House, she doesn’t see the harm in lending a hand. The night goes better than anticipated, and both Lana and Megan are beyond thrilled with the results. But before they can break out the champagne, Rina Su, fellow Asia Village shop owner and speed dating participant, calls to inform Lana that the date she’s just matched with has been murdered. Under suspicion of foul play, Rina enlists Lana’s help in finding out what really happened that night. Without hesitation, Lana begins to dig into the man in question. To her dismay, she quickly finds that Rina’s date has a rather unsavory past. There’s a long line of slighted women, angry neighbors, and perturbed co-workers—all of whom seem to have a motive. As Lana continues to spiral down the treacherous path of scorned lovers and mistreated acquaintances, she can’t help but dwell on how quickly an innocent evening filled with hope and positivity could turn so sour. When the media gets in on the case, Lana must rush to find the killer before more dates turn deadly.
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN: 1250782627
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Lana Lee returns for another delectable cozy set in a Chinese restaurant in Vivien Chien's Hot and Sour Suspects. "Pair your noodles with this steaming mystery, and you have the perfect chilly night combination!”—PopSugar At the Ho-Lee Noodle House, murder is on the menu. When Lana Lee’s best friend, Megan Riley, asks her to help host a speed dating contest at Ho-Lee Noodle House, she doesn’t see the harm in lending a hand. The night goes better than anticipated, and both Lana and Megan are beyond thrilled with the results. But before they can break out the champagne, Rina Su, fellow Asia Village shop owner and speed dating participant, calls to inform Lana that the date she’s just matched with has been murdered. Under suspicion of foul play, Rina enlists Lana’s help in finding out what really happened that night. Without hesitation, Lana begins to dig into the man in question. To her dismay, she quickly finds that Rina’s date has a rather unsavory past. There’s a long line of slighted women, angry neighbors, and perturbed co-workers—all of whom seem to have a motive. As Lana continues to spiral down the treacherous path of scorned lovers and mistreated acquaintances, she can’t help but dwell on how quickly an innocent evening filled with hope and positivity could turn so sour. When the media gets in on the case, Lana must rush to find the killer before more dates turn deadly.
The Adventure of the Clapham Cook
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: MB Cooltura
ISBN: 9877447703
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
The disappearance of a wealthy woman ́s cook at one end, a cold-blooded murder at the other. This time, Hercule Poirot will get a little reminder to never dismiss a case as trivial. Finally, the Belgian detective uncovers an elaborate plot to hide an ever darker crime.
Publisher: MB Cooltura
ISBN: 9877447703
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
The disappearance of a wealthy woman ́s cook at one end, a cold-blooded murder at the other. This time, Hercule Poirot will get a little reminder to never dismiss a case as trivial. Finally, the Belgian detective uncovers an elaborate plot to hide an ever darker crime.
The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1479441325
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
A weekend shooting party ends with the host shot in his study. With Poirot ill, Hastings must investigate on his behalf. Search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Agatha Christie" to see our complete series of Hercule Poirot novel and short story reprints, which include: NOVELS The Mysterious Affair at Styles (Special Edition—includes the novel The Secret Adversary) The Murder on the Links (Bonus Edition—includes "The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor") SHORT STORIES The Affair at the Victory Ball The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan The Adventures of the King of Clubs The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim The Plymouth Express The Adventure of "The Western Star" The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor The Kidnapped Prime Minister The Million Dollar Bond Robbery The Adventure of the Cheap Flat The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge The Clue of the Chocolate Box The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb The Case of the Veiled Lady The Kidnapping of Johnnie Waverly The Market Basing Mystery The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman The Case of the Missing Will The Adventure of the Clapham Cook The Lost Mine The Cornish Mystery The First Wish The Double Clue The LeMesurier Inheritance
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1479441325
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
A weekend shooting party ends with the host shot in his study. With Poirot ill, Hastings must investigate on his behalf. Search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Agatha Christie" to see our complete series of Hercule Poirot novel and short story reprints, which include: NOVELS The Mysterious Affair at Styles (Special Edition—includes the novel The Secret Adversary) The Murder on the Links (Bonus Edition—includes "The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor") SHORT STORIES The Affair at the Victory Ball The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan The Adventures of the King of Clubs The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim The Plymouth Express The Adventure of "The Western Star" The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor The Kidnapped Prime Minister The Million Dollar Bond Robbery The Adventure of the Cheap Flat The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge The Clue of the Chocolate Box The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb The Case of the Veiled Lady The Kidnapping of Johnnie Waverly The Market Basing Mystery The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman The Case of the Missing Will The Adventure of the Clapham Cook The Lost Mine The Cornish Mystery The First Wish The Double Clue The LeMesurier Inheritance
The Adventure of "The Western Star"
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1479441201
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Poirot receives a visit from Miss Mary Marvell, the famous American film star on her visit to London. She has received three letters, handed to her by a Chinese man, which warn her to return her fabulous diamond jewel, the "Western Star", to where it came from – the left eye of an idol – before the next full moon.
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1479441201
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Poirot receives a visit from Miss Mary Marvell, the famous American film star on her visit to London. She has received three letters, handed to her by a Chinese man, which warn her to return her fabulous diamond jewel, the "Western Star", to where it came from – the left eye of an idol – before the next full moon.
The Mysterious Affair at Olivetti
Author: Meryle Secrest
Publisher: Knopf
ISBN: 0451493656
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
The human, business, design, engineering, cold war, and tech story of how the Olivetti company's first desktop computer, the P101, came to be. Within eighteen months it had caught up with, and surpassed, IBM, the American giant that had become an arm of the American government. Secrest tells how Olivetti made inroads into the US market in 1959 by taking control of Underwood of Hartford CT as an assembly plant for Olivetti's own typewriters and future miniaturized personal computers. Within a week of the purchase, the US government filed an antitrust suit to try to stop it. In 1960 Adriano Olivetti died suddenly of a heart attack; eighteen months later the young engineer who had assembled Olivetti's team of electronic engineers was killed in a suspicious car crash. The Olivetti company and the P101 came to an insidious and shocking end. -- adapted from jacket
Publisher: Knopf
ISBN: 0451493656
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
The human, business, design, engineering, cold war, and tech story of how the Olivetti company's first desktop computer, the P101, came to be. Within eighteen months it had caught up with, and surpassed, IBM, the American giant that had become an arm of the American government. Secrest tells how Olivetti made inroads into the US market in 1959 by taking control of Underwood of Hartford CT as an assembly plant for Olivetti's own typewriters and future miniaturized personal computers. Within a week of the purchase, the US government filed an antitrust suit to try to stop it. In 1960 Adriano Olivetti died suddenly of a heart attack; eighteen months later the young engineer who had assembled Olivetti's team of electronic engineers was killed in a suspicious car crash. The Olivetti company and the P101 came to an insidious and shocking end. -- adapted from jacket