1939 Saturday Evening Post “And Then There Were None” by Agatha Christie

This May 20th, 1939 issue of the Saturday Evening Post marks a pivotal moment in literary and cultural history—the first U.S. serialization of Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None, published under its now-familiar title. Before the book took the world by storm, it first appeared right here, in the pages of America’s most widely read magazine.

When Christie originally released the story in Britain, it bore a title drawn from a dated minstrel rhyme—a phrase that is rightly seen today as offensive. The Saturday Evening Post edition replaced that with And Then There Were None, reflecting the first step toward a broader, more thoughtful readership.

I personally believe that history should be preserved in its original context, not erased. Censorship often makes art more palatable but less powerful. These cultural artifacts remind us how far we’ve come—and how vital it is to face the past honestly.

In the story, ten strangers are invited to an isolated island, each accused of a private crime. One by one, they meet their fates. Beneath the suspense, Christie’s moral logic unfolds like a philosophical riddle: What does justice mean when no one is innocent?

Agatha Christie remains one of literature’s most influential female writers. She quietly transformed the detective genre, proving that intelligence, psychology, and restraint could be far more gripping than sensationalism.

This is the original magazine cover only, measuring 10.75 x 13.75 inches. It’s ready to be matted and framed in your choice of style. (Mat and frame shown in photos are not included.)

Each cover ships flat, waterproof, and securely packaged, ensuring your piece of history arrives in pristine condition.

This cover isn’t just a collectible—it’s the moment a legend began.