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Travels with Agatha Christie
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Expected 13 Jan 26In 1922, a young Agatha Christie, still at the dawn of her literary career, received an incredible opportunity. Britain was preparing for a grand festival - the British Empire Exhibition - to be held in Wembley in 1924. But such an ambitious event needed planning, and Agatha and her husband, Archie, were asked to help. Would they like to travel to different parts of the Empire to assist in its preparation? Naturally, their answer was a resounding yes.
Nearly a century later, the legendary Sir David Suchet and his wife Sheila were invited to retrace Agatha's remarkable journey. In Travels with Agatha Christie, Suchet - renowned for his iconic portrayal of Hercule Poirot - follows in Agatha's footsteps, visiting the diverse landscapes of South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii and Canada. With his trademark charm and warmth, and insightful reflections, David not only explores the enduring legacy of the British Empire but also uncovers the profound impact these travels had on a young Agatha Christie, shaping her future as the Queen of Crime.
Rich with personal anecdotes, David's own stunning photography and fascinating history, Travels with Agatha Christie offers a fresh, intimate look at the woman behind the distinguished mysteries. Through David's eyes, we gain a deeper understanding of Agatha's early writing, her love for adventure and the lasting influence of her travels on her creative journey. A captivating blend of history, travel and personal insight, this book reveals a side of Agatha Christie that few know.
Nearly a century later, the legendary Sir David Suchet and his wife Sheila were invited to retrace Agatha's remarkable journey. In Travels with Agatha Christie, Suchet - renowned for his iconic portrayal of Hercule Poirot - follows in Agatha's footsteps, visiting the diverse landscapes of South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii and Canada. With his trademark charm and warmth, and insightful reflections, David not only explores the enduring legacy of the British Empire but also uncovers the profound impact these travels had on a young Agatha Christie, shaping her future as the Queen of Crime.
Rich with personal anecdotes, David's own stunning photography and fascinating history, Travels with Agatha Christie offers a fresh, intimate look at the woman behind the distinguished mysteries. Through David's eyes, we gain a deeper understanding of Agatha's early writing, her love for adventure and the lasting influence of her travels on her creative journey. A captivating blend of history, travel and personal insight, this book reveals a side of Agatha Christie that few know.
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256 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication January 13, 2026
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David Suchet
122 books125 followersDavid Suchet, CBE is an English actor best known known for his work on the stage and British television, for which he has earned international praise.
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Wow. . . I devoured this! I really did. Read on a relaxing Christmas day evening, this is a must for all Agatha Christie Fans. David Suchet IS Poirot for me, from my childhood spending time watching this programme on the BBC, I quickly became impressed with this little, intelligent man. That obsession continued into my adult life.
Set in the summer of 2024, DS and his wife chronicled their journey mirroring that of Agatha Christie and her husband Archie, completed in 1922 whilst assisting in the research/set up for The British Empire Exhibition.
Beautifully told, written, documented and photographed by DS himself, this was such an informative read that any Agatha Christie Fan will truly love.
Set in the summer of 2024, DS and his wife chronicled their journey mirroring that of Agatha Christie and her husband Archie, completed in 1922 whilst assisting in the research/set up for The British Empire Exhibition.
Beautifully told, written, documented and photographed by DS himself, this was such an informative read that any Agatha Christie Fan will truly love.
November 19, 2025
I had already watched the TV programme presented by the brilliant David Suchet so I knew a bit of what to expect from the book and it didn't disappoint.
Agatha Christie and her then husband Archie went on a tour of the British Empire in 1922 to document their findings in the aid of preparing a huge empire exhibition at Wembley stadium 2 years later.
David and his wife Sheila follow in their footsteps over 100 years later, visiting exactly the same places and seeing what Agatha would have seen and what's changed. This book was interesting, sometimes moving and informative, complimented wonderfully by some of David's own fantastic photographs taken on this trip.
Agatha Christie and her then husband Archie went on a tour of the British Empire in 1922 to document their findings in the aid of preparing a huge empire exhibition at Wembley stadium 2 years later.
David and his wife Sheila follow in their footsteps over 100 years later, visiting exactly the same places and seeing what Agatha would have seen and what's changed. This book was interesting, sometimes moving and informative, complimented wonderfully by some of David's own fantastic photographs taken on this trip.
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