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In the debut episode of “Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley on the Mystery Queen,” Season 1, titled “Cat Among the Pigeons,” scheduled to air on PBS at 8:00 Pm on Sunday, December 3, 2023, viewers are in for an intriguing exploration of the legendary mystery writer’s enigmatic early life. Lucy Worsley takes the audience on a captivating journey, delving into Agatha Christie’s haunted and unconventional past, unraveling hidden secrets that shaped the famed author.

The episode promises to unveil aspects of Agatha Christie’s life that may be lesser-known, providing a fresh perspective on the woman behind the timeless mysteries. Lucy Worsley, a renowned historian, guides viewers through the complexities of Christie’s early years, shedding light on the influences and experiences that laid the foundation for her prolific career. “Cat Among the Pigeons” is poised to be a must-watch for both avid Agatha Christie enthusiasts and those seeking to uncover the...

BBC Arts has unveiled two new shows exploring the rich legacy of author Arthur Conan Doyle and his most famous creation, Sherlock Holmes.

Doyle came to hate Holmes and killed him off in print only to be forced to revive him upon public demand. In documentary series “Killing Sherlock: Lucy Worsley on the Case of Conan Doyle” (3 x 60′), historian Lucy Worsley investigates the love-hate relationship in a parallel biography of Holmes and the man who created him.

The series follows in the footsteps of “Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley on the Mystery Queen,” with Worsley unearthing Holmes’ origins in Doyle’s early life as a medical student, unpicking his early stories and revealing the dark underbelly of late Victorian Britain – from drug use to true crime. She explores Doyle’s growing disenchantment with his detective creation and desire to distance himself from Holmes and investigates the darkness of his later stories,...