An Armchair Guide to Agatha Christie’s England

This special lecture marks the 50th anniversary of Agatha Christie's passing, offering a curated tour of the English settings that fueled her imagination and defined the Golden Age of detective fiction. Step into the world of Christie—no passport required. In this lecture, we will explore: The Devon Roots: A nostalgic visit to Christie’s childhood home and Greenway, her beloved holiday estate on the banks of the River Dart—the inspiration for many of her most famous mysteries. The Harrogate Connection: Step inside the grand hotel in Harrogate that hosts the world-renowned crime writers’ festival in her honor, famously linked to her own mysterious 11-day disappearance. London’s Literary Tribute: An exclusive "first look" at the British Library’s major exhibition opening this October, showcasing rare manuscripts, personal artifacts, and the enduring legacy of her work. Whether you are a lifelong fan of Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple or a lover of British cultural history, this lecture offers a vivid, expert-guided exploration of the places where the world’s best-selling novelist lived, worked, and dreamed up her most ingenious plots. Englanninkielinen luento. Tämä luento toteutetaan verkkoluentona. Linkki luennolle tulee näkyviin ennen luentoa. Liity mukaan luennolle klikkaamalla linkkiä. Suljethan kamerasi ja mikrofonisi luennon ajaksi. Osallistuaksesi verkkoluennolle tarvitset toimivan internet-yhteyden sekä tietokoneen tai mobiililaitteen, jossa on toimivat kuulokkeet.