Agatha Christie's enduring global popularity is often attributed to her ingenious plots. But as Gill Plain, Professor of English at the University of St. Andrews and Author of "Agatha Christie: A Very Short Introduction" reveals, her appeal runs much deeper. Ms. Plain shares Christie's humorous prose, her sharp wit, and her remarkable ability to capture the mood of the changing political landscapes of the 20th century. As a mystery writer, Christie emerges as a modern, culturally astute author, whose timeless writings transcend cultures.