The Murder at the Vicarage: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Murder at the Vicarage by Agatha Christie — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

Murder at the Vicarage (1930)is the first Miss Marple mystery book by Agatha Christie. Miss Jane Marple is a village busybody who applies human nature to crimes. Colonel Protheroe, magistrate universally despised, was shot in his study, unheard. His wife Anne admits newly arrived artist Lawrence Redding is an old flame, and both confess to murder. The local inspector and Miss Marple sort through to the truth.
Quick facts about The Murder at the Vicarage
- Title: The Murder at the Vicarage
- Author: Agatha Christie
- First published: 1930
- Genre: women detectives, fiction, classic
- OpenLibrary ID: OL471895W
Where to read The Murder at the Vicarage
The Murder at the Vicarage by Agatha Christie is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Murder at the Vicarage about?
***Murder at the Vicarage (1930)is the first Miss Marple mystery book by Agatha Christie.*** Miss Jane Marple is a village busybody who applies human nature to crimes.
Who wrote The Murder at the Vicarage?
The Murder at the Vicarage was written by Agatha Christie.
When was The Murder at the Vicarage published?
The Murder at the Vicarage was first published in 1930.



