The Blue Geranium by Agatha Christie

Dame Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie, born on September 15, 1890, in Torquay, Devon, England, was a highly acclaimed British author known for her prolific contributions to the mystery genre. Often referred to as the "Queen of Crime," Christie created some of the most iconic fictional detectives in literature, including Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple.

Christie's writing career took off with the publication of her first novel, "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," in 1920, introducing Hercule Poirot to the world. Over the course of her prolific career, she wrote 66 detective novels, 14 short story collections, and the world's longest-running play, "The Mousetrap."

Her works have been translated into numerous languages, making her one of the best-selling authors in history. Notable novels include "Murder on the Orient Express," "Death on the Nile," and "And Then There Were None." Christie's storytelling prowess, clever plot twists, and keen understanding of human nature have secured her a lasting legacy in the realm of mystery literature.

Agatha Christie received various accolades during her lifetime, including the title of Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 1971. She passed away on January 12, 1976, leaving behind a remarkable literary legacy that continues to captivate readers worldwide.

"The Blue Geranium" is a short story written by Agatha Christie. It first came out in The Story-Teller magazine in the UK in December 1929 and later in Pictorial Review in the U.S. in January 1930. This story is the seventh one in a series called the Tuesday Night Club, following a break of eighteen months since the last story.

In 1932, "The Blue Geranium" was included in the seventh collection of short stories titled "The Thirteen Problems." It comes after the story "The Thumb Mark of St. Peter" and before "The Companion."