1 / 7Agatha Christie’s Poirot: The Greatest Detective in the World
Agatha Christie’s Poirot: The Greatest Detective in the World is a decade-by-decade history of Hercule Poirot across Christie’s writing and the character’s stage, screen, and radio appearances. The listing describes this hardback as illustrated with more than 400 images.
At a glance
- Traces Poirot across novels, short stories, plays, and stage, screen, and radio productions.
- Organized decade by decade, with publication history and character development among its topics.
- The description says the hardback includes more than 400 illustrations.
- The listing describes research drawing on review excerpts and original Agatha Christie correspondence.
Reference price: $29.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Broad coverage of Poirot’s appearances across written works and multiple performance media.
- The decade-by-decade approach can help readers follow the character’s history over time.
- An illustrated format and substantial 512-page length offer scope for readers interested in a reference-style history.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | HarperCollins |
|---|---|
| Publication date | April 13, 2021 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 512 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0008296618 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0008296612 |
| Dimensions | 6.26 x 1.73 x 9.45 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.6 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Agatha Christie fans seeking a historical overview of Poirot rather than another Poirot mystery.
- Readers interested in the character’s publication history and adaptations for stage, screen, and radio.
- Collectors or reference-book readers who value illustrated hardbacks.
Less suited to
- Readers looking primarily for a new Poirot story or a compact introduction.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the top two star categories, but a smaller share falls in the middle and lower categories. Without review comments, the reasons for these differing assessments are unknown. For readers considering a 512-page illustrated character history, the ratings alone cannot establish how well its coverage or presentation will match individual preferences.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a Poirot novel?
The listing describes a history of the character and his appearances, not a new detective story.
What topics does the book cover?
It follows Poirot decade by decade across novels, short stories, plays, and stage, screen, and radio productions, with discussion of character development and publication history.
How many illustrations are included?
The description says the hardback edition includes more than 400 illustrations.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 512 pages.
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