• Agatha Christie, The 4.50 from Paddington (Ms. Marple Mystery)

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  • "The 4.50 from Paddington" is a detective novel by Agatha Christie, first published in 1957. It features her famous character Miss Marple. The novel is also known as "What Mrs. McGillicuddy Saw!" in the United States.
    Here are some key points about the novel:
    1. Plot: The story begins when Mrs. McGillicuddy, while traveling on a train, witnesses a murder occurring in a passing train. She reports the crime to the authorities, but no body is found. Miss Marple, her friend, decides to investigate the matter.
    2. Characters: The main characters include Miss Jane Marple, the elderly amateur detective; Mrs. McGillicuddy, the witness; and Lucy Eyelesbarrow, a young woman who helps Miss Marple in her investigation.
    3. Setting: The story is set primarily in England, with the main action occurring at Rutherford Hall, a country estate where Miss Marple believes the body from the train murder has been hidden.
    4. Themes: The novel explores themes of appearance versus reality, the power of observation, and the danger of underestimating elderly women like Miss Marple.
    5. Adaptations: The novel has been adapted for television and film several times. Notable adaptations include the 1961 film "Murder, She Said" starring Margaret Rutherford as Miss Marple, and a 1987 episode of the BBC series "Miss Marple" starring Joan Hickson.
    "The 4.50 from Paddington" is considered one of Christie's most ingenious and entertaining Miss Marple mysteries, showcasing the elderly sleuth's sharp mind and keen understanding of human nature.
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    The 4.50 From Paddington (Ms. Marple Mystery)
    Apr 15 2024
    "The 4.50 from Paddington" is a detective novel by Agatha Christie, first published in 1957. It features her famous character Miss Marple. The novel is also known as "What Mrs. McGillicuddy Saw!" in the United States.
    Here are some key points about the novel:
    1. Plot: The story begins when Mrs. McGillicuddy, while traveling on a train, witnesses a murder occurring in a passing train. She reports the crime to the authorities, but no body is found. Miss Marple, her friend, decides to investigate the matter.
    2. Characters: The main characters include Miss Jane Marple, the elderly amateur detective; Mrs. McGillicuddy, the witness; and Lucy Eyelesbarrow, a young woman who helps Miss Marple in her investigation.
    3. Setting: The story is set primarily in England, with the main action occurring at Rutherford Hall, a country estate where Miss Marple believes the body from the train murder has been hidden.
    4. Themes: The novel explores themes of appearance versus reality, the power of observation, and the danger of underestimating elderly women like Miss Marple.
    5. Adaptations: The novel has been adapted for television and film several times. Notable adaptations include the 1961 film "Murder, She Said" starring Margaret Rutherford as Miss Marple, and a 1987 episode of the BBC series "Miss Marple" starring Joan Hickson.
    "The 4.50 from Paddington" is considered one of Christie's most ingenious and entertaining Miss Marple mysteries, showcasing the elderly sleuth's sharp mind and keen understanding of human nature.
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