Born in 1890 in England, this author became one of the most successful (1) in history. Raised in a privileged household, a love for books and storytelling was cultivated from an early age, despite having little formal education. The first novel, published in 1920, introduced a (2) detective and marked the start of a prolific literary career.
Over the next five (3) , the author produced over 70 novels, numerous short stories, and plays, primarily in the mystery and (4) genres. Known for crafting complex plots and surprising conclusions, the works often included themes of (5) and psychological conflict. The writer’s attention to detail, combined with an understanding of (6) gained while working in a hospital dispensary during World War I, lent authenticity to many of the stories.
One (7) set a record as the longest-running in theatrical history, while the novels have been translated into multiple languages and adapted for (8) and screen. While their popularity has endured, critical recognition during their lifetime was more limited. Nonetheless, the (9) of work remains an important contribution to modern literature, influencing the development of the (10) genre and securing a lasting place in literary history.
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Born in 1890 in England, this author became one of the most successful (1) writers in history. Raised in a privileged household, a love for books and storytelling was cultivated from an early age, despite having little formal education. The first novel, published in 1920, introduced a (2) meticulous detective and marked the start of a prolific literary career.
Over the next five (3) decades, the author produced over 70 novels, numerous short stories, and plays, primarily in the mystery and (4) crime genres. Known for crafting complex plots and surprising conclusions, the works often included themes of (5) deception and psychological conflict. The writer’s attention to detail, combined with an understanding of (6) chemistry gained while working in a hospital dispensary during World War I, lent authenticity to many of the stories.
One (7) play set a record as the longest-running in theatrical history, while the novels have been translated into multiple languages and adapted for (8) stage and screen. While their popularity has endured, critical recognition during their lifetime was more limited. Nonetheless, the (9) body of work remains an important contribution to modern literature, influencing the development of the (10) mystery genre and securing a lasting place in literary history.
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