Agatha Christie, celebrated as the 'Duchess of Death', authored 66 detective novels, 14 short story collections, and 20 plays, delivering a myriad of imaginative murder methods. Reader engagement spans generations, evidenced by personal anecdotes revealing cherished encounters with her work. Conversations with Kathryn Harkup unveil a lesser-known dimension of Christie as an effective science communicator; her narratives seamlessly incorporate scientific concepts, particularly through her depictions of poisoning. Harkup's writings on Christie’s use of poisons further explore and celebrate this sophisticated intertwining of literature and science, showcasing her exceptional ability to educate while entertaining.
"She's a brilliant science communicator. She puts across all the science you need to know in her stories to be able to figure it out."
"You (probably) won't because she's very good at disguising who'd done it. But all the science is there, and you never feel that you're sitting through a chemistry lesson."
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