The Mysterious Affair at Styles is a classic detective novel written by Agatha Christie. First published in 1920, it introduces the iconic detective, Hercule Poirot, who is called upon to solve a murder that takes place in the English countryside. The story is narrated by Captain Hastings, a friend of Poirot, who is visiting Styles Court, the home of his wealthy friend, Emily Inglethorp. When Emily is found dead in her bedroom, poisoned with strychnine, Poirot is brought in to investigate. The suspects include Emily's husband, her stepsons, her loyal housekeeper, and a family friend. As Poirot investigates, he uncovers a web of secrets, lies, and hidden motives that lead to a surprising conclusion. The Mysterious Affair at Styles is a gripping and entertaining mystery novel that showcases Christie's talent for creating intricate plots and memorable characters. It is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction and anyone who loves a good whodunit.First Poirot Case.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.