Agatha Christie's A Murder is Announced | 1950 First Edition Crime Club | Classic Miss Marple Mystery
A treasured piece of crime fiction history: Agatha Christie's beloved Miss Marple mystery in its original 1950 Crime Club first edition.
Published by Collins Crime Club in 1950, A Murder is Announced is often considered one of Christie's finest works—a masterclass in misdirection, red herrings, and the quiet brilliance of Miss Marple at her best.
The Story: When a cryptic advertisement appears in the local paper announcing a murder at Little Paddocks, the villagers assume it's a party game. But when the lights go out and shots ring out, the game becomes deadly real. Enter Miss Marple, who must untangle a web of post-war secrets, hidden identities, and long-buried motives to unmask a killer hiding in plain sight.
This Edition: First edition, published for The Crime Club by Collins, London, 1950. Features the iconic Crime Club logo and original burgundy cloth binding.
Condition: This vintage copy shows honest wear consistent with its 75 years. The burgundy cloth covers have general wear and some spotting/marks, particularly visible on the front and back boards. The spine remains intact with edge wear at the corners. Interior pages show age-toning and some spotting on the title page and throughout. The binding is secure and all pages are present. A well-loved reading copy with authentic vintage character. All condition details are shown in the photographs.
Perfect for:
Agatha Christie collectors seeking first editions
Golden Age mystery enthusiasts
Miss Marple devotees
Fans of classic British crime fiction
Anyone building a collection of vintage Crime Club editions
A wonderful piece of detective fiction history for collectors who appreciate authentic vintage condition.
Agatha Christie's A Murder is Announced | 1950 First Edition Crime Club | Classic Miss Marple Mystery
A treasured piece of crime fiction history: Agatha Christie's beloved Miss Marple mystery in its original 1950 Crime Club first edition.
Published by Collins Crime Club in 1950, A Murder is Announced is often considered one of Christie's finest works—a masterclass in misdirection, red herrings, and the quiet brilliance of Miss Marple at her best.
The Story: When a cryptic advertisement appears in the local paper announcing a murder at Little Paddocks, the villagers assume it's a party game. But when the lights go out and shots ring out, the game becomes deadly real. Enter Miss Marple, who must untangle a web of post-war secrets, hidden identities, and long-buried motives to unmask a killer hiding in plain sight.
This Edition: First edition, published for The Crime Club by Collins, London, 1950. Features the iconic Crime Club logo and original burgundy cloth binding.
Condition: This vintage copy shows honest wear consistent with its 75 years. The burgundy cloth covers have general wear and some spotting/marks, particularly visible on the front and back boards. The spine remains intact with edge wear at the corners. Interior pages show age-toning and some spotting on the title page and throughout. The binding is secure and all pages are present. A well-loved reading copy with authentic vintage character. All condition details are shown in the photographs.
Perfect for:
Agatha Christie collectors seeking first editions
Golden Age mystery enthusiasts
Miss Marple devotees
Fans of classic British crime fiction
Anyone building a collection of vintage Crime Club editions
A wonderful piece of detective fiction history for collectors who appreciate authentic vintage condition.
