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This volume gathers eighteen of Poirot’s earliest biographies, revealing how the Belgian detective refined his famed analytical mind. Fourteen tales are told in Captain Arthur Hastings’ voice, including the first short story, "The Affair at the Victory Ball," which follows the original case of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles." Two stories are narrated by Poirot himself, notably "The Chocolate Box," chronicling his early years on the Belgian police and his most significant failure. Through these narratives, readers witness the evolution of Poirot’s methodical prowess and his penchant for logical deduction, all framed within the classic detective‑mystery tradition.
First publish date: 1963
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Agatha Christie
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