Hercule Poirot: The Complete Short Stories

by Agatha Christie

They fall into three categories: First, and most common, the voluntary disappearance. Second, the much abused ‘loss of memory’ case—rare, but occasionally genuine. Third, murder, and a more or less successful disposal of the body.

You have gained experience. All experience is valuable. Ahead of you I prophesy there lies happiness.”

And after all, the bad news, it will keep. One hears it only too soon.”