• Front Cover of Agatha Christie The ABC Murders, Vintage Pan Paperback Book. Classic Crime Fiction. Showing an ABC Railway guide with a dagger through it against a blood red background.
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The ABC Murders Agatha Christie Vintage Pan Paperback Classic Crime Book 1979

The ABC Murders Agatha Christie Vintage Pan Paperback Classic Crime Book 1979

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Murder is Easy by Agatha Christie Super Vintage Pan Paperback book 1979

Immerse yourself in the suspenseful world of Agatha Christie's "The ABC Murders" with this authentic vintage Pan Paperback edition from the 1970s. Experience the thrill of a classic mystery by Agatha Christie with our all time favourite detective, Hercule Poirot. Step back in time to the golden era of crime and detective fiction in this nice clean and fresh, vintage Pan Paperback book of one of Agatha Christies all t+ime favourite crime fiction novels.

In "The ABC Murders," Agatha Christie introduces us to the brilliant detective Hercule Poirot, who finds himself faced with a perplexing series of murders committed by an elusive and meticulous killer. With each murder, the perpetrator taunts Poirot and the authorities by leaving an ABC railway guide at the crime scene, challenging them to catch him before he completes the alphabet.

Agatha Christie's masterful storytelling comes alive in these pages. Her ability to create intricate plots, multifaceted characters, and unexpected twists ensures that you will be kept on the edge of your seat until the final revelation. Join Hercule Poirot as he methodically unravels the clues, analyzes the motives, and outwits the cunning killer.

Whether you are a devoted fan of Agatha Christie or a newcomer to her works, this vintage Pan Paperback edition of "The ABC Murders" is a must-have addition to your collection. It offers an authentic reading experience that harkens back to a time when mystery novels held readers in suspense, page after page. With today's gritty crime mysteries we find Agatha Christie a comforting nostalgic read.

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"The acknowledged Queen of Detective Fiction the world over" - The Observer


Rediscover the timeless brilliance of Agatha Christie and immerse yourself in the enigmatic world of "The ABC Murders." Unearth the truth alongside Hercule Poirot as he races against time to solve this diabolical puzzle. Don't miss the opportunity to own this vintage gem and experience the magic of a true classic of detective fiction.

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  • USED BOOK: Vintage & Sustainable

Condition Notes: VERY GOOD

VERY GOOD:

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This is fresh from the attic in VERY GOOD vintage condition.

Nice clean, crisp copy with a few minimal signs of wear considering its age for a paperback over half a century now still holding together well.

Pages lightly tanned, no foxing, fresh and clean overall.

Pictorial card wraps still firm and glossy, very slightly scuffed to extremities a few tiny marks and one small crease to bottom right hand corner of front cover.

Spine Intact and good with titles visible.

No names or inscriptions written in the book but someone has written the number '202' in felt tip on the top right hand side of a preliminary page.

Lovely Vintage First Edition 6th Print of this classic Pan Paperback.

Please remember this vintage book has been loved before and is not new condition is graded taking this into consideration.

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SIZE: 17.5 cms x 11cms
FORMAT: Paperback
PAGES: 192

Kittys Notes & Book Snippet

"'Let us see, Mr Clever Poirot, just how clever you can be. Perhaps you'll find this nut too hard to crack. Look out for Andover on the 21st of the month...'

The Letter disturbed Hercule Poirot greatly. It was written by a killer and it was written in deadly earnest.

Sure enough, a Mrs Ascher was murdered at Andover on the due date.

A second letter announced a murder at Bexhill. The victim was Betty Barnard.

Then a third, at Churston, the murder of Sir Carmichael Clarke...followed by a fourth at Doncaster...

Beside each corpse lay a copy of the ABC Railway Guide, open at the relevant page. Poirot was never more tested than by the sinister logic of ...

The ABC Murders"

First published in 1936 this a fab vintage 1970's Pan Paperback edition of this classic Agatha Christie Crime Fiction book featuring our all time favourite detective Hercule Poirot. A lovely nostalgic read perfect in this neat sized vintage Pan Paperback in lovely fresh condition as per the photos and our condition notes.

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  • Paperback
  • Collectable
  • Classic Crime Novel

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Author Bio & Publication

Read about the life of Agatha Christie and browse more of her classic crime fiction books.

Agatha Christie (1890 - 1976) wrote 'The ABC Murders'.


Publisher: Pan Books Ltd.
Date: 1979
Edition: First Edition Thus (in Pan Paperback) 6th Print.
Binding: Paperback
Dust Jacket: N/A

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