{"title":"Mark Aldridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by Mark Aldridge, a distinguished author renowned for his insightful explorations into the world of Agatha Christie's legendary characters. As an expert in crime fiction and thriller genres, Aldridge brings a unique perspective to Agatha Christie's creations, offering fans an enriched understanding of beloved detectives such as Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his celebrated works, you'll find \u003cem\u003eAgatha Christie’s Marple\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eAgatha Christie’s Poirot\u003c\/em\u003e, both of which dive deep into the narrative intricacies and cultural impact of these iconic sleuths. Whether you're a long-time aficionado of Christie's work or a newcomer eager to explore, Aldridge's books provide a wealth of knowledge and fresh insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to crime and thrillers, Mark Aldridge's works also find a home within the Arts \u0026amp; Culture category, reflecting his critical examination of literary arts and their ongoing influence on pop culture. Discover the magic and mystery of Agatha Christie through the discerning lens of Mark Aldridge and deepen your appreciation for one of the world's favourite mystery writers.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"agatha-christies-marple-by-mark-aldridge-9780008522698","title":"Agatha Christie’s Marple","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA new investigation from Dr Mark Aldridge, exploring a lifetime of Agatha Christie’s Miss Jane Marple.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinner of the 2025 H.R.F Keating Award for the best 2024 biography or critical book related to crime fiction.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Agatha Christie’s \u003cem\u003eMarple: Expert on Wickedness,\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Agathologist’ Dr Mark Aldridge looks at nearly a century of St Mary Mead’s most famous resident and uses his own detective skills to uncover new information about Miss Jane Marple’s appearances on page, stage, screen and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on a range of material, some of which is newly discovered and previously unpublished, this book explores everything about Miss Marple, from her origins in a series of short stories penned by Christie, to the recent bestselling HarperCollins collection \u003cem\u003eMarple: Twelve New Stories.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis accessible, entertaining and illustrated guide to the world of Miss Marple pieces together the evidence in order to tell you everything you need to know about the world’s favourite female detective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46516777353452,"sku":"9780008522698","price":71.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/61093482191.jpg?v=1748929794"},{"product_id":"agatha-christies-poirot-by-mark-aldridge-9780008296643","title":"Agatha Christie’s Poirot","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the very first book publication in 1920 to the recent film release of \u003cem\u003eDeath on the Nile\u003c\/em\u003e, this investigation into Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot celebrates a century of probably the world’s favourite fictional detective.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book tells his story decade-by-decade, exploring his appearances not only in the original novels, short stories and plays but also across stage, screen and radio productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoirot has had near-permanent presence in the public eye ever since the 1920 publication of \u003cem\u003eThe Mysterious Affair at Styles\u003c\/em\u003e. From character development, publication history, and private discussion concerning the original stories themselves, to early forays onto the stage and screen, the story of Poirot is as fascinating as it is enduring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the author’s original research, review excerpts, and original Agatha Christie correspondence, \u003cem\u003ePoirot: The Greatest Detective in the World\u003c\/em\u003e is a lively and accessible history of the character, offering new information and helpful pieces of context, that will delight all Agatha Christie fans, from a new generation of readers to those already highly familiar with the canon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46541787267308,"sku":"9780008296643","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25886333482190.jpg?v=1749688276"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/mark-aldridge.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}