Death on the Nile

Interesting Facts

• The novel is set aboard a luxurious cruise liner traveling down the Nile.
• The main character, Hercule Poirot, becomes involved in the investigation of the murder of wealthy heiress Linnet Ridgeway.
• The book explores themes of jealousy, envy, and betrayal, showing how far people can go because of these emotions.
• The novel has been adapted into several films and television series, including the famous 1978 adaptation starring Peter Ustinov as Poirot.
• Agatha Christie drew inspiration for the novel from her own travels in Egypt.