PUBLISHER: HarperCollins
GENRES: Mystery Books, Fiction Books
AUTHORS: Agatha Christie
PAGES: 320 pages
ISBN13: 9780007154821
TAGS: Mystery Books, Fiction Books, Free Books, PDF Books
LANGUAGE: en
TYPE: Digital
“Parker Pyne Investigates” is a collection of short stories by Agatha Christie featuring the character Parker Pyne, a retired government employee who now runs a detective agency that specializes in solving personal problems rather than criminal cases. Pyne advertises his services with the motto “Are you happy? If not, consult Mr. Parker Pyne.”
In the stories, Pyne uses his knowledge of human psychology and behavior to help clients find happiness or excitement in their lives. He approaches each case with a mix of pragmatism and empathy, often revealing unexpected solutions to his clients’ problems.
The stories in the collection include:
- “The Case of the Middle-aged Wife” – Pyne helps a woman rediscover romance in her marriage.
- “The Case of the Discontented Soldier” – Pyne assists a retired military man in finding a new purpose in life.
- “The Case of the Distressed Lady” – Pyne helps a woman resolve her financial troubles.
- “The Case of the Discontented Husband” – Pyne intervenes in a marital dispute.
- “The Case of the City Clerk” – Pyne helps a man find adventure and excitement.
- “The Case of the Rich Woman” – Pyne assists a wealthy woman in finding a suitable husband.
- “Have You Got Everything You Want?” – Pyne’s most famous case, where he helps a man fake his own death to see how people would react.
Throughout the stories, Pyne’s methods are unconventional but effective, often highlighting the importance of perspective and attitude in finding happiness.
