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Agatha Christie, hailed as the “Queen of Mystery,” remains an enduring icon in the realm of crime fiction, captivating readers with her ingenious plots, unforgettable characters, and unparalleled storytelling prowess. The collectability of her first editions is a testament to her literary legacy and the enduring fascination with her works.
Christie’s first editions are prized possessions for bibliophiles and collectors alike, embodying the timeless allure of classic detective fiction. These rare books not only represent the genesis of Christie’s legendary career but also showcase the evolution of her writing style and narrative mastery.
Each first edition book carries a sense of historical significance, offering a glimpse into the cultural milieu of the time and the author’s creative genius. From the iconic “The Mysterious Affair at Styles,” introducing the world to Hercule Poirot, to the chilling intrigue of “Murder on the Orient Express” and the atmospheric mystique of “And Then There Were None,” the stength of Agatha Christie first editions transport readers to a world of mystery, suspense, and intrigue.
The collectability of Christie’s first editions lies not only in their literary merit but also in their scarcity and desirability among collectors. As sought-after artefacts of literary history, these editions command attention and admiration, becoming prized additions to any collection.
In the world of rare book collecting, Agatha Christie’s first editions stand as cherished gems, representing the pinnacle of detective fiction and the enduring legacy of one of the genre’s most beloved authors. Whether as investments, mementos of literary appreciation, or simply as cherished possessions, these first editions continue to captivate and delight collectors around the globe.
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Agatha Christie – Ten Little Niggers – First PAPERBACK Edition 1958£225.00First paperback edition, first printing. Published by Penguin in London, 1958. This is a very good copy. The soft covers are toned and lightly marked throughout. The corners are bumped…. 
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Agatha Christie – Strand Magazine – January 1932 – Includes Agatha Christie’s ‘The Mystery of the Baghdad Chest’£125.00London, UK: In very good condition. Strand Magazine January 1932. Monthly softcover single issue Published by George Newnes. Condition – Complete. Good clean copy. Some wear to spine. Short stories:… 
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Agatha Christie – Nemesis – First UK Edition 1971 – with original hand-written letter from Joan Hickson discussing Miss Marple on the BBC£650.00First edition, first printing of ‘Nemesis’. Published by Collins Crime Club in London, 1971. This is a very good copy. The dust wrapper has some mild scratches throughout and some… 
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Agatha Christie – The Mirror Crack’d From Side To Side – First UK Edition 1962 – SIGNED Card of Joan Hickson, as well as letter from her son discussing Hickson’s filming of ‘The Mirror’£600.00First edition, first printing of ‘The Mirror Crack’d From Side To Side’, published by Collins in London, 1962. A near fine copy. The dust wrapper has not been price clipped,… 
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Agatha Christie – Curtain – Poirot’s Last Case – First UK Edition 1975 – SIGNED Hugh Fraser/Pauline Moran/Philip Jackson Photo£385.00First edition, first printing of ‘Curtain’ by Agatha Christie. Published by Collins Crime Club in London, 1975. This is a very good copy. The dust wrapper has some mild surface… 
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Agatha Christie – Sleeping Murder – First UK Edition 1976 – with SIGNED Photo of Geraldine McEwan£185.00First edition, first printing of ‘Sleeping Murder’. Published by Collins Crime Club in London, 1976. This is a very good copy. The dust wrapper has some wear at the corners…. 
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Agatha Christie – Murder in Mesopotamia – First Paperback Edition 1955£85.00A first edition, first printing of ‘Murder in Mesopotamia’ published by Penguin in 1955. A very good book without inscriptions some spotting to the front panel with some toning to… 
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Agatha Christie – Towards Zero – French’s Acting Edition 1957£95.00Samual French Ltd. London. Samuel French. 1957. First edition thus. Covers slightly soiled, spine creased, pages slightly browned otherwise a sound copy with the later price label to the front… 
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Agatha Christie – Elephants Can Remember – First Edition 1972£65.00A first edition, first printing of ‘Elephants Can Remember’ published by Collins in 1972. A very good book with small cottage address to the front endpaper in a very good… 
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Agatha Christie – The Murder of Roger Ackroyd – First UK Edition 1926£2,750.00First edition, first printing of ‘The Murder of Roger Ackroyd’. Published by Collins, London, 1926. This is a very good copy. No inscriptions. Gutters slightly cracked and a small pull… 
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Agatha Christie – Destination Unknown – First UK Edition 1954£125.00A first edition, first printing of Destination Unknown by Agatha Christie, published by Collins, London in 1954. A near fine book free from internal inscriptions, mild spotting to the front… 
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Agatha Christie – Sleeping Murder – First UK Edition 1976 – with SIGNED Photo of Joan Hickson£285.00A first edition, first printing of ‘Sleeping Murder’ published by Collins in 1976. A near fine book with two small digits to the front endpaper – some light spotting to… 
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David Suchet – Poirot And Me – First Edition 2003£45.00First edition, first printing. Published by Headline in London, 2013. This is a very good copy. The dust wrapper is bright, clean and with only slight wear to the top… 
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Agatha Christie – Murder on the Orient Express – Limited Edition 1/1000£450.00London HarperCollins 2013 
 Limited edition of 1000 copies, sold only to passengers on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Bound in blue bond cloth – no inscriptions in near fine (or better) condition and…
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Agatha Christie – The Adventure Of The Christmas Pudding and a selection of Entrées – First UK Edition 1960£285.00First edition, first printing. Published by Collins Crime Club in London, 1960. This is a very good copy. The clipped dust wrapper is markedly bright for this title, particularly at… 
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David Suchet [Agatha Christie] – Official Poirot Photograph – SIGNED by David Suchet£200.00An original photographic colour shot of David Suchet as Hercule Poirot – focussed in the background. SIGNED in black pen ‘David Suchet’. Measures 8 x 10 inches. Now framed and… 
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