The Murder of Roger Ackroyd - Softcover

Christie, Agatha

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0671701185 ISBN 13: 9780671701185

Publisher: Pocket Books, 1990

Synopsis

Agatha Christie's most audacious crime mystery, reissued with a striking new cover designed to appeal to the latest generation of Agatha Christie fans and book lovers. Roger Ackroyd knew too much. He knew that the woman he loved had poisoned her brutal first husband. He suspected also that someone had been blackmailing her. Now, tragically, came the news that she had taken her own life with a drug overdose. But the evening post brought Roger one last fatal scrap of information. Unfortunately, before he could finish the letter, he was stabbed to death!

About this title

From the Back Cover

Roger Ackroyd knew too much. He knew that the woman he loved had poisoned her brutal first husband. He suspected also that someone had been blackmailing her. Then, tragically, came the news that she had taken her own life with a drug overdose.

But the evening post brought Roger one last fatal scrap of information. Unfortunately, before he could finish reading the letter, he was stabbed to death.

About the Author

Agatha Christie is the most popular mystery writer of all time. In a career that spans over half a century, her name is synonymous with brilliant deception, ingenious puzzles, and the surprise denouement. By virtually inventing the modern mystery novel she earned her title as the Queen of Crime.

Nigel Anthony’s many television credits include Coronation Street, Casualty, and Wycliffe. He is one of radio drama’s leading actors and has played hundreds of different roles. He has worked with Alan Ayckbourn’s theatre company and the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pocket Books
• Publication date: 1990
• ISBN 10: 0671701185
• ISBN 13: 9780671701185
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English