Agatha Christie Memorial, Bronze sculpture in Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom.
Description
The Agatha Christie Memorial is a bronze sculpture in Covent Garden that stands about 2.4 meters (8 feet) tall and is shaped like an open book. The author's figure sits at the center, surrounded by titles of her works inscribed in multiple languages, including Braille.
History
The memorial was unveiled on November 25, 2012, marking the 60th anniversary of The Mousetrap, a play that ran continuously in the West End for many years. This timing honored one of the 20th century's most influential writers in London's cultural landscape.
Culture
The memorial stands in London's theatre district and honors Christie as the first woman to have three concurrent West End productions running at the same time. Visitors can see the titles of her most famous works inscribed on the bronze sculpture, reflecting how deeply her stories shaped this cultural neighborhood.
Practical
The memorial is illuminated at night by internal and external lighting systems, making it clearly visible after sunset for evening visitors. Covent Garden is easily accessible by public transport and a popular walking area, so the memorial fits naturally into a visit to the neighborhood.
Did you know?
The bronze sculpture includes inscriptions of Christie's works in multiple languages and Braille, reflecting the global reach of her literary contributions. This makes the memorial special because it honors readers around the world, not just English speakers.
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