Hercule Poirot Quotes

Hercule Poirot is the main authority figure throughout the novel and pays close attention to clues and details to solve the murder of Linnet Doyle. Poirot is always respecting others and is seen as a gentleman by the readers. For example Poirot is offered a novel from the author aboard the boat and even though he dislikes them he says “That is most kind of you Madame. I will read it with pleasure.” (Christie, P41) Poirot always takes pride in his appearance. His hair and moustache is always well kept and wears luxurious outfits, this is shown on page 81, “He was dressed in a white suit, pink shirt, large black bow tie and a white topee.” Agatha Christie has positioned readers to view Hercule Poirot as a quirky character