PUBLISHER: HarperCollins
GENRES: Mystery Books, Fiction Books
AUTHORS: Agatha Christie
PAGES: 411 pages
ISBN13: 9780007120796
TAGS: Mystery Books, Fiction Books, Free Books, PDF Books
LANGUAGE: en
TYPE: Digital
“Dumb Witness” is a detective novel by Agatha Christie featuring her famous detective, Hercule Poirot. The story revolves around the suspicious death of Emily Arundell, a wealthy elderly woman who dies of apparent natural causes. However, Poirot suspects foul play and sets out to investigate.
The novel begins with Poirot receiving a letter from Emily Arundell, written before her death, in which she expresses her suspicions that someone is trying to kill her. However, the letter is dated several months before her death, and Poirot must rely on the testimony of others to piece together the events leading up to her demise.
Poirot discovers that Emily’s relatives, who stand to inherit her fortune, had all visited her shortly before her death. Among them are her two nieces, Theresa and Bella, and their respective husbands. Poirot also learns of a mysterious accident that occurred years earlier, in which Emily’s dog, a fox terrier named Bob, had apparently tripped her on the stairs, causing her to injure her leg.
As Poirot investigates, he uncovers a web of deceit, jealousy, and greed among the relatives, all of whom had motives for wanting Emily dead. Poirot also discovers that Bob, the supposedly dumb witness of the title, may hold the key to solving the mystery.
In a dramatic climax, Poirot gathers the suspects together and reveals the truth behind Emily’s death, shocking the culprits and readers alike with his brilliant deduction. The novel ends with Poirot reflecting on the nature of justice and the consequences of greed.
“Dumb Witness” is praised for its clever plot, engaging characters, and surprising twists. It is considered one of Christie’s best works and a classic example of her skill at crafting compelling mysteries.
