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First Edition Agatha Christie Black Coffee Vintage Crime Book Poirot Play Adapted by Charles Osborne

First Edition Agatha Christie Black Coffee Vintage Crime Book Poirot Play Adapted by Charles Osborne

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First Edition of "Black Coffee" by Agatha Christie vintage Book adapted from the Stage Play by Charles Osborne

One of Agatha Christie's most successful plays has been adapted to book form here in this handsome and near perfect, vintage first edition book of "Black Coffee" published in 1998. First printing in this novel format of the story that was previously written by Agatha Christie as a stage play.  Open the elegant Art Deco style cover and immerse yourself in intrigue with the famous Hercule Poirot, the legendary Belgian detective, as he delves into the web of cunning deceit, and murder.

In this thrilling Agatha Christie mystery book the plot opens with renowned scientist Sir Claud Amory who has developed a groundbreaking formula, coveted by many, he realizes that his life is in danger. Seeking the expertise of the brilliant detective, Poirot, Sir Claud invites him to his country estate for a confidential consultation. However, events take a sinister turn when Sir Claud is found dead, and his formula mysteriously disappears.

Enter, our old favourite Poirot, (stage left) to untangle the web of clues, identify the murderer, and recover the invaluable formula before it falls into dastardly hands.

Charles Osborne's faithful adaptation captures the essence of Agatha Christie's eternally popular vintage crime books, with the same cunning plot twists and true to the character of Poirot himself in this enjoyable format adapted as an actual novel rather than the original screenplay.

This handsome first edition vintage Agatha Christie book comes to you in great condition showcasing the timeless appeal of Agatha Christie's crime and detective fiction. Charles Osborne's adaptation breathes new life into our greatly beloved character of Hercule Poirot. The vintage aesthetic make it a perfect addition to any collector's library or a delightful gift for mystery aficionados. 

So, pour yourself a cup of coffee, settle into your favorite armchair, and prepare to be captivated by the brilliance of Agatha Christie's "Black Coffee."

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Kittys Notes & Book Snippet

"Sir Claud Amory has discovered the formula for a new powerful explosive, which is stolen by one of the large household of relatives and friends.

Locking everyone in the library, Sir Claud switches off the lights to allow the thief to replace the formula on the table, no questions asked. When the lights come on, he is dead, and Hercule Poirot -- with assistance from Hastings and Inspector Japp -- has to unravel a tangle of family feuds, old flames and suspicious foreigners to find the killer and prevent a global catastrophe. "

With its atmospheric setting, clever dialogue, and a host of intriguing characters, "Black Coffee" promises an unforgettable reading experience for both Agatha Christie enthusiasts and fans of classic detective fiction.

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  • Hardback
  • Collectable
  • First Edition
  • 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 'Black Coffee' originally as a stage play.

The play has been adapted by Charles Osborne who authored The Life and Crimes of Agatha Christie 1992

Publisher: HarperCollinsPublishers
Date: 1999
Edition: Reprint
Binding: Hardback
Dust Jacket: Yes

Condition Notes: EXCELLENT

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This book is in Excellent vintage condition .

All the pages are sharp and clean with no messy graffiti or inscriptions of any kind it appears unread with the text block still firm and pages pristine.

Black cloth binding under the attractive art deco style dust jacket is in perfect condition. A small mark to the front wrapper towards the bottom right visible on the photos otherwise near fine. Not price clipped.

Spine Intact with titles visible and no apparent wear.

Excellent vintage collectible hardback book.

Please remember this pre-owned vintage book has been loved before and condition is graded taking this into consideration.

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SIZE: Height 22 cms x Width 14 cms.
FORMAT: Hardback
PAGES: 188

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