Agatha Christie

Agatha Christie (1890-1976) stands as one of the most prolific and bestselling authors in the history of literature. Her creation of iconic detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple revolutionized the mystery genre. Christie's 1926 novel "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd" broke new ground with its innovative narrative twist, cementing her reputation. She achieved further acclaim with "Murder on the Orient Express" (1934), a masterfully plotted tale of intrigue and justice. In 1952, her play "The Mousetrap" premiered, later becoming the longest-running play in theatrical history. Christie's works have sold over two billion copies worldwide, making her the best-selling novelist of all time.