Publisher's Synopsis

Collins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.

Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now
Collins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These readers have been carefully adapted using the Collins COBUILD grading scheme to ensure that the language is at the correct level for an intermediate learner. This book is Level 3 in the Collins ELT Readers series. Level 3 is equivalent to CEF level B1 with a word count of 11,000 - 20,000 words.

Each book includes:
 Full reading of the adapted version available for free online
 Helpful notes on characters
 Cultural and historical notes relevant to the plot
 A glossary of the more difficult words
 Free online resources for students and teachers at
www.collinselt.com/readers

The plot:
Poirot is on his way home to London on the famous Simplon Orient Express when a murder is committed. It is clear that no one entered or left the train, which means one of Poirot's fellow passengers must be guilty - but which one? And why would they have murdered a man they didn't know?
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About Collins ELT Readers

Collins ELT Readers are divided into 7 levels:
Level 1 - elementary (A2)
Level 2 - pre-intermediate (A2-B1)
Level 3 - intermediate (B1)
Level 4 - upper- intermediate (B2)
Level 5 - upper-intermediate+(B2+)
Level 6 - advanced (C1)
Level 7 - advanced + (C2)

Each level is carefully graded to ensure that the learner both enjoys and benefits from their reading experience.

About the Publisher

Collins

Collins

Collins has been publishing educational and informative books for almost 200 years. Throughout this rich heritage we have maintained an impressive record in creating market-leading products across various sectors.

Book information

ISBN: 9780008249670
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint: Collins
Pub date:
Edition: Paperback original
DEWEY: 428.64
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 96
Weight: 114g
Height: 129mm
Width: 197mm
Spine width: 12mm