Description
“Dumb Witness” is a detective novel written by Agatha Christie, featuring her famous fictional detective Hercule Poirot. The novel was first published in 1937 under the title “Poirot Loses a Client” in the United States and as “Dumb Witness” in the United Kingdom.
The plot of “Dumb Witness” revolves around the mysterious death of a wealthy woman named Emily Arundell. Initially believed to have died of natural causes, her death comes under suspicion when her dog, a fox terrier named Bob, becomes the beneficiary of her will. The circumstances surrounding Emily’s death lead to the involvement of Hercule Poirot, who is asked to investigate the case.
As Poirot delves into the details, he uncovers a complex web of relationships, motives, and potential suspects. The novel includes elements of classic mystery storytelling, with Poirot employing his keen powers of deduction to solve the puzzle.
The title “Dumb Witness” refers to the idea that the dog, Bob, might be considered a “dumb witness” who observed events leading up to Emily Arundell’s death. The inclusion of animal characters and the intricate plotting are characteristic of Agatha Christie’s style, making “Dumb Witness” a classic example of her detective fiction.
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