Giant's Bread

"Giants' Bread" was first published in 1930, now public domain. Written by Agatha Christie, under the pseudonym Mary Westmacott, it focuses on the tragic life of a brilliant young composer, Vernon Deyre. The story explores themes of passion, ambition, and the creative drive, as Vernon dedicates his life to his music, ultimately at great personal cost to himself and the women in his life. The book is considered a poignant and often depressing character study, delving into human psychology and the complexities of romantic obsession.