The Case of the Discontented Soldier

The Case of the Discontented Soldier
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2012-05-08
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0062212591

When civilian life proves too dull for Major Wilbrahams, he contacts Parker Pyne to escape his boredom. Pyne's assistant arranges a chance meeting with the beautiful Freda Clegg and the two join forces, but on leaving for Africa they encounter more than they had bargained for.

Parker Pyne Investigates

Parker Pyne Investigates
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2010-02-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0062006711

Agatha Christie once again demonstrates her mastery of the short form mystery with Parker Pyne Investigates—short stories of crime and detection featuring Parker Pyne, certainly one of the most unconventional private investigators ever to pursue a hot lead. Mrs. Packington felt alone, helpless and utterly forlorn. But her life changed when she stumbled upon an advertisement in the Times that read: "Are you happy? If not, consult Mr. Parker Pyne." Equally adept at putting together the fragments of a murder mystery or the pieces of a broken marriage, Mr. Parker Pyne is possibly the world's most unconventional private investigator. Armed with just his intuitive knowledge of human nature, he is an Englishman abroad, traveling the globe to solve and undo crime and misdemeanor.

The Case of the Middle-Aged Wife

The Case of the Middle-Aged Wife
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2012-05-08
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0062212583

Maria Packington suspects her husband of having an affair. In an attempt to revitalise her marriage, she responds to an ad from Mr. Parker Pyne – who promises to provide solutions to unhappiness. Maria's life soon undergoes a rapid transformation…

The Bonus Army

The Bonus Army
Author: Paul Dickson
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
Total Pages: 387
Release: 2020-02-12
Genre: History
ISBN: 0486837246

Based on extensive research, this highly praised history recounts the 1932 march on Washington by 15,000 World War I veterans and the protest's role in the transformation of American society. "Recommended." — Library Journal.

The Case of the Distressed Lady

The Case of the Distressed Lady
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2013-10-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0062302531

Previously published in the print anthology Parker Pine Investigates. Daphne St. John enlists Parker Pyne’s aid. She must return a valuable diamond she stole to pay off gambling debts. Now, repenting her rash act, Daphne needs help to return the diamond without its owner being any the wiser.

Sergeant Billy

Sergeant Billy
Author: Mireille Messier
Publisher: Tundra Books
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2019-09-17
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0735264422

A delightful tale inspired by the true story of a brave goat war hero. Perfect for fans of Finding Winnie and Rescue and Jessica. During World War I, a goat named Billy was adopted by a platoon of soldiers and made his way across the ocean to be part of the war effort. Billy . . . Trained with the soldiers Was smuggled across the ocean Got snuck into the frontlines in a box of oranges Ate some secret documents and was arrested for treason Got trench foot Head-butted soldiers into a trench and saved them from a shell Came back home a decorated war hero This charming true story follows Sergeant Billy from his small prairie town to the trenches of World War I and back, through harrowing moments, sad moments, moments of camaraderie and moments of celebration. This unforgettable goat and the platoon that loved him will capture your heart!

The Minuteman

The Minuteman
Author: Gary Hart
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 216
Release: 1998
Genre: Military service, Voluntary
ISBN: 0684838095

Former Senator Hart, "propoes a return to the oldest principles of the republic, making an impassioned case for replacing the present Cold War military with a smaller standing armu and a musch larger, well-trained citizen reserve."

Poirot

Poirot
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 562
Release: 2005
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0007190670

Dead man's folly: Eccentric mystery lover Ariadne Oliver's weekend game of mock murder is a big hit. But if it's just a game, then why all the blood? Luckily, one of the players is Belgian sleuth, Hercule Poirot.

Masterpieces in Miniature: The Detectives

Masterpieces in Miniature: The Detectives
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Total Pages: 740
Release: 2005-11-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780312349387

Agatha Christie is the world's most popular writer in modern times and her books have only been outsold by the Bible and Shakespeare. Best remembered for such classic crime novels as Murder on the Orient Express, And Then There Were None, and Death on the Nile, her works have been cherished by generations of readers. Christie, however, was also a master of the shorter crime story and this volume collects some of her finest short stories. Each of these thirty-nine stories features one of Christie's famous detectives - Miss Marple, Hercule Poirot, Parker Pyne, and Harley Quin - in some of their most baffling and intriguing cases, as these ingenious Christie tales show how satisfying and compelling the crime short story can be.