Agatha Christie: A Life of Adventure

Agatha Christie: A Life of Adventure Forget the image of Agatha Christie as a quiet novelist sitting at her desk. The Queen of Crime was a woman who embraced adventure, travelling across continents, exploring exotic destinations and living a life every bit as fascinating as the mysteries she created. From the golden age of ocean liners to the deserts of the Middle East, her real-life experiences were full of extraordinary characters, unexpected twists and tales worthy of one of her own novels. Join Matt Newbury, Creative Director of the Agatha Christie Festival, for a lively, entertaining and intriguing journey into Agatha’s remarkable life. Discover the stories behind her travels, the places that captured her imagination and the adventures that helped shape her writing. Along the way, Matt will share tales of his own escapades inspired by the Queen of Crime, from stepping into Agatha’s world to embarking on some rather unusual adventures of his own. Expect fascinating discoveries, unexpected stories and a fresh perspective on the woman behind the world’s most famous mysteries, alongside a few tales of what happens when you follow in Agatha Christie’s adventurous footsteps.