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"The Man in the Brown Suit" is a mystery novel written by Agatha Christie, first published in 1924. The story revolves around the adventures of Anne Beddingfeld, a young woman who becomes embroiled in a complex mystery after witnessing a man's sudden death at a London underground station. Intrigued by the circumstances surrounding the man's demise and a cryptic note he left behind, Anne sets out to uncover the truth.Her quest for answers takes her on a journey that spans continents, from London to South Africa, and involves espionage, hidden identities, romance, and murder. Along the way, she crosses paths with various intriguing characters, including the enigmatic "Man in the Brown Suit." Anne's determination and curiosity drive her to unravel the mystery, leading to unexpected twists and turns as she gets closer to the truth.Agatha Christie's "The Man in the Brown Suit" is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that combines elements of mystery, adventure, and romance, showcasing her signature talent for creating intricate plots and memorable characters.
Do you want to get everything you ever wanted & live your best life? Then you're going to have to read hard, wide & free.
Together, let's learn how to read & write by analysing the best works ever written, and then some.
How do writers do it - keep readers turning the page until they finish the book or throw it across the room?
Each episode looks at one book, its first line and a standout section where there's a lesson to be learned about writing.
Dissecting writers' language, genre and how their work fits into a greater context can help us understand other people and ourselves. x
All About Agatha is a podcast all about, well, Agatha. Agatha Christie, of course: the Queen of Crime, a real-life Dame of the British Empire, and author of sixty-six mystery novels that spanned the Twentieth Century, defining a genre. For five years, Catherine Brobeck and Kemper Donovan revisited these novels in publication order, ranking them according to pre-set criteria (plot, character, etc.). Tragically, Catherine Brobeck passed away at the end of 2021. Since then, Kemper has completed the podcast's ranking project, and now contents himself with celebrating the greatness of Christie by attempting to solve the ultimate mystery where she is concerned. Why Christie--and Christie alone--endures as powerfully as she does.
Classic lit with a modern tone, every other week.
From the creators of Myths and Legends, comes an altogether same-but-different podcast set in the world of classic lit. These are the stories of Dracula, The Time Machine, The Three Musketeers. They're stories written by Jane Austen, Shakespeare, and H.P. Lovecraft, but with a casual, modern tone. Listen as Jason and Carissa Weiser breathe new life into the classics and tell the stories of some of the greatest books ever written.
Listen to the latest literary events recorded at the London Review Bookshop, covering fiction, poetry, politics, music and much more.
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Housmans Bookshop is a left wing radical bookshop in London since 1959. We frequently host fascinating authors, speakers, and other guests to talk about their work. For your listening pleasure, these events are recorded and uploaded here so that you too can enjoy our speakers even if you're unable to make it to the bookshop!
This long essay is a work of mock philology, one of several appendices to Twain’s travel novel, A Tramp Abroad. In it, Twain explains, complains about, and shows how one might improve upon various aspects of the (awful) German language. His examples of precisely how the German language is awful include the famed “separable verb” – which allows one to put the first part of a given verb at the beginning – and its second part at the end – of a given clause or sentence (which may, indeed, be very long). He also makes fun of the extreme length of certain compound nouns (which are created by tacking two – or more – words together, without using hyphens to clarify where one ends and the next begins), as well as the many noun and verb forms one must master (memorize) in order to use German cases properly.As the essay progresses, Twain includes a few hilarious passages that are partly or mostly in (his own, awful) German. Nevertheless, the work is easily understandable even by people who don’t know any German at all.(In the novel, A Tramp Abroad, Twain details his journey with his friend, Harris, through Germany, the Alps, and Italy, where he encounters various ridiculous situations. Here, much of the humor lies in his silly, often over-stated characterization of the circumstances as quickly grasped and easily explained by such a seasoned tourist as himself, while he also make plain throughout the profoundly strange nature of many of his experiences, and the various pitfalls he and Harris run into as they try to navigate their unfamiliar terrain.) (Introduction by Kirsten Wever)
"The Secret Adversary" is a mystery novel by Agatha Christie, first published in 1922. It introduces the characters of Tommy and Tuppence, a pair of clever, adventurous young people who form a partnership, calling themselves "Young Adventurers Ltd." The story is set in post-World War I Britain, where economic hardship and political unrest are prevalent.The plot revolves around a missing woman named Jane Finn, who was entrusted with sensitive government documents but disappeared five years earlier. Tommy and Tuppence, in need of money and excitement, embark on a quest to find Jane Finn and the documents, which are of vital importance to the British government.Their investigation leads them into a world of espionage and political intrigue, involving various shadowy figures and a mysterious mastermind known only as "Mr. Brown." Throughout the novel, Christie weaves a complex web of red herrings, unexpected twists, and turns, culminating in a surprising revelation of the true identity of the secret adversary.The book is notable for its witty dialogue, fast-paced action, and the charming partnership of Tommy and Tuppence, which set it apart from Christie's other works that typically feature a solitary detective figure. "The Secret Adversary" marked the beginning of a series of novels and short stories featuring these characters, showcasing Christie's versatility as a writer beyond her famous Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple series.
Pigeon Audiobooks is the place where you'll find the greatest audiobooks in history on finance and personal development. These are timeless classics that have transformed millions of lives—and now you can listen to them anytime, in your own language. Learn, grow, and improve your life with content that never goes out of style.
The "Romance Book Collection" offers a delightful array of love stories, ranging from historical romances to modern-day tales. Perfect for those looking to escape into the world of romance, this collection provides hours of emotional and enchanting storytelling.
Welcome to I’ll Read What She’s Reading hosted by Reggie, Mikayla, and Kennedy —
the podcast where the group chat becomes a book club, and the TBR never stops growing. Each month, for our book club, you help us select a book where we discuss everything from our star eating, fan cast, loves, hates, & more. Plus, we’ve got interviews with bestselling authors and behind-the-scenes convos with some of your favorite BookTok creators! When we’re not discussing a specific book, we’re a little unhinged. Episodes based around Smash or Pass on our favorite book boyfriends, bookish bang, marry, kill, dramatic first-line guessing games, and a whole lot of chaos. So whether you're a casual reader or in a full-blown situationship with your favorite fictional man, come hang with us. We’re here to make your reading life more fun, more chaotic, and definitely more relatable. New episodes every Wednesday — let’s read what she’s reading!
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Welcome to the Service95 Book Club With Dua Lipa. Join Dua each month as she takes you into the world of a book she has loved – and talks to the writer who brought it to life. Expect reads that will make you laugh, cry, and even change the way you think.
There are no rules when it comes to the books Dua chooses. Here, she shares her favourite reads straight from her bookshelf with you.
Throughout each month, we’ll also be opening up the Service95 Book Club archive, so you can listen to even more of the thought-provoking, funny and insightful conversations Dua has had with her favourite authors over the past couple of years.
Whether you read a book a week or haven’t finished one in a year, there's something for everyone here.
We can't wait for you to join us. Find out more @service95bookclub
We love short stories. Join authors Deesha Philyaw (The Secret Lives of Church Ladies) and Dawnie Walton (The Final Revival of Opal & Nev) for author interviews, book club discussions, and immersive short stories. We celebrate storytelling from some of today's most thrilling writers, with an emphasis on spotlighting underrepresented voices. (Photo credits: Vanessa German / Rayon Richards)
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