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The Gate of Baghdad

Agatha Christie

Narrated by Hugh Fraser

Parker Pyne

Released
April 2, 2026
Length
32 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
HarperCollins
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This classic Agatha Christie short story, now available as an individual ebook, follows Mr. Parker Pyne as he investigates a mysterious disappearance during a dull desert journey to Baghdad. Amidst the chaos and boredom of travel, the passengers uncover a perplexing case involving Captain Smethurst's unexplainable death. Relying on his keen intuition, Mr. Pyne works to piece together overheard conversations to uncover the truth.
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