Early Life and Background
Agatha Mary Clarissa Miller was born on 15 September 1890 in Torquay, Devon, England. She was raised in a comfortable family and received a mix of home and governess education. Her early exposure to literature and travel shaped her storytelling style.
Career and Major Works
Christie began writing during World War I and published her first novel, The Mysterious Affair at Styles, in 1920. She created iconic detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, and her books have sold over two billion copies worldwide. Learn more about her bibliography and adaptations.
Personal Life and Legacy
Christie married twice, had one daughter, and disappeared briefly in 1926, an event that attracted widespread media attention. She died on 12 January 1976 in Wallingford, Oxfordshire. Her works continue to influence mystery writers and popular culture globally.
