Edited by: Bill Peschel
Categories: Annotated
Condition: New
Book Type: Trade Paperback
In this lengthy annotated edition of the classic Agatha Christie novel, adventurer Anthony Cade returns to Britain to deliver a politician’s memoirs and to rescue a woman from a blackmailing scheme. But when he arrives, he finds himself enmeshed in international intrigue and murder.
The answer to these mysteries, as well as his pursuit of a beautiful spirited woman leads him to Chimneys, the country home. There, another murder puts him in the middle of the investigation that will require all of his wits and intelligence to keep him from the gallows. Meanwhile, the forces of Scotland Yard and the French Sûreté converge on Chimneys in pursuit of a master criminal, a missing British crown jewel, and the ultimate Secret of Chimneys.
Published in 1925, “The Secret of Chimneys” was hailed as “a capital detective story,” “bright and cleverly written” and “an engrossing and entertaining yarn.” This new annotated edition, edited by Bill Peschel comes with more than 30,000 words in footnotes and essays that delves into the background of the story and the life of its author. Learn about Abney Hall, the inspiration of all of Christie’s country homes, the real-life manor where major Hollywood productions are filmed, and the life of Agatha Christie during her most happiest time, before it all fell apart.
“The Complete, Annotated Secret of Chimneys,” the fifth book in Peschel Press’ Complete, Annotated series, will entertain, educate, and enlighten you. You’ll see an Agatha Christie at her wittiest and in a way you’ve never seen her before. Personal Appearances April 11, Sunday, 3 p.m.: Bill will be interviewed as part of an event at the Mechanicsburg Mystery Book Shop. Details to come! May 8, Saturday: Peschel Press will be at Hershey Artfest at the Cocoa Beanery. I’ve given talks about mysteries, Agatha Christie, creativity, Victorian murders, self-publishing and how to be a better writer. If your book club, group or TV show needs a charming, knowledgeable speaker, let me know! We Fixed Our Newsletter Sign-Up Problem, So Come Learn More About Peschel Press We talk about our books and our interests, so join the conversation today! Check the Newsletter tab at the top of the Peschel Press website for our archive of past issues. Email Say you want signed books? Check our personal appearance schedule. We’ll be happy to sell you a book, sign it, and give you a bookmark too! Or, if you live in the USA and want a signed and personalized copy, order copies through Cupboard Maker Books! They have all my book titles. Please call or email Cupboard Maker Books at 1-717-732-7288 or books@thecupboardmaker.com – US addresses only! My Other Websites To learn more about the business of being a writer: Career Indie Author To learn more about my wife’s novels: Odessa Moon To learn more about me: PlanetPeschel Bookstores We Love They carry our books and are great to visit! Cupboard Maker Books, near Harrisburg, Pa. Mechanicsburg Mystery Bookshop, Mechanicsburg, Pa. (c) 2011-2021 by Bill Peschel To learn more about the business of being a writer: Career Indie Author To learn more about my wife’s novels: Odessa Moon To learn more about me: PlanetPeschel
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