David Morris

In 1955, the 30th Poirot novel was published - Hickory Dickory Dock by Agatha Christie. This article provides an in-depth look at its publication history from magazines, to first editions and paperbacks, with values, collecting tips and insights.

Forum Auctions's March 26, 2026 sale featured six Agatha Christie books - some firsts & some later editions, with a mix of original and later jackets. My new article looks at all the lots, with original price estimates, prices realised at sale, condition and opinions.

"Poirot Investigates" was the fourth Agatha Christie book published. It collected a series of Poirot short-stories that had appeared in The Sketch (UK) and Blue Book (US) magazines. This new article takes an in-depth look at this title, from the magazines, to first editions and later paperbacks. Insights into the book, images from the publications, valuations, and collecting tips are all provided.