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Gill Plain
Professor of English at the University of St Andrews. Has research interests in British literature, cinema, and culture of the mid-twentieth century, war writing, feminist theory and gender studies.
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Aug 22, 2025
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Gill Plain, "Agatha Christie: A Very Short Introduction" (Oxford UP, 2025)
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Gill Plain, Professor of English at the University of St Andrews, dives into the multifaceted world of Agatha Christie. She uncovers the complexities of Christie's narrative style and her societal critiques through beloved characters like Poirot and Miss Marple. Discussion spans Christie's indifference to adaptations, focusing on preserving her story's integrity, and how wartime changes influenced 'And Then There Were None.' Plain highlights Christie's ability to resonate across cultures, cementing her as a timeless literary icon.
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