{"product_id":"the-mysterious-mr-quin-by-agatha-christie-rare-books-same-cover-old-edition","title":"The Mysterious Mr Quin by Agatha Christie [rare books] [same cover] [old edition]","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"976\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"166\"\u003eBook Summary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"169\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eThe Mysterious Mr. Quin\u003c\/em\u003e is a collection of 12 short stories by Agatha Christie, first published in 1930. The stories center around Mr. Harley Quin, a mysterious and almost supernatural figure who appears unexpectedly to help Mr. Satterthwaite, an observant and cultured gentleman, solve long-forgotten crimes or unravel emotional dilemmas. Unlike Christie’s more traditional detectives like Hercule Poirot or Miss Marple, Mr. Quin is enigmatic—more a catalyst than a detective—who inspires Satterthwaite to see hidden truths. Each story combines elements of mystery, romance, and the uncanny, with recurring themes of justice, fate, and the duality of human nature. The book stands out in Christie’s body of work for its poetic, almost mystical tone, blending psychological insight with detective fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eAgatha Christie (1890–1976) was an English writer known as the “Queen of Crime” and remains the best-selling novelist of all time. Her career spanned over five decades and included 66 detective novels, 14 short story collections, and the world’s longest-running play, \u003cem data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eThe Mousetrap\u003c\/em\u003e. Christie created iconic characters such as Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, known for their unique approaches to solving crimes. Her works are renowned for their intricate plots, red herrings, and surprising twists. Christie’s influence on the mystery genre is profound, and her novels have been translated into more than 100 languages, continuing to captivate readers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255610794170,"sku":"3548SVA4H-Used","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/quin.jpg?v=1761066607","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/the-mysterious-mr-quin-by-agatha-christie-rare-books-same-cover-old-edition","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}