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“I think you're talking nonsense," said Cornelia, flushing. "I attend lectures every winter in Greek Art and the Renaissance, and I went to some on famous Women of History." Mr. Ferguson groaned in agony: "Greek Art; Renaissance! Famous Women of History! It makes me quite sick to hear you. It's the future that matters, woman, not the past.”

Quote by Agatha Christie

Work

Death on the Nile

This novel is renowned for its intricate plot and vivid setting, blending historical detail with a gripping detective story. more

Author

Agatha Christie
Agatha Christie

Agatha Christie, a renowned British detective novel writer, is known as the Queen of Detective Fiction. She was born on September 15, 1890, and passed away on January 12, 1976. Christie's works are characterized by intricate plots, unique reasoning, and vivid characters, and have had a profound impact on detective fiction worldwide. more

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