Jim Cummings; Or, The Great Adams Express Robbery
The Suspenseful Aftermath of a Notorious Train Robbery in the American Wild WestBy A. Frank Pinkerton
Length4h 37m
About this audiobook
In "Jim Cummings; Or, The Great Adams Express Robbery," A. Frank Pinkerton crafts a historical narrative intertwining elements of true crime and adventure, centered on the infamous 1870 robbery. Through vivid prose and compelling characters, Pinkerton delivers a gripping account that captures the early days of American criminality and law enforcement. The book is structured with a blend of factual recounting and dramatic embellishment, reflecting the 19th-century fascination with crime and morality plays. This narrative style not only engages the reader but also provides a critical commentary on the societal implications of crime during this era. A. Frank Pinkerton, a significant figure in detective fiction and a pioneer of the genre, was deeply influenced by his own experiences as a Pinkerton National Detective Agency operative. His firsthand encounters with crime and criminal psychology informed his writing, allowing him to render complex criminal characters and their entangled moralities with authenticity. Seriously invested in the burgeoning detective narrative, Pinkerton'Äôs work serves both as entertainment and as a sociopolitical commentary on justice in America. This enthralling book is highly recommended to readers interested in crime history, detective literature, and the sociological implications of morality in the face of lawlessness. Pinkerton'Äôs narrative invites us to ponder the intricate relationship between crime and society, making it an essential read for anyone intrigued by the dark underbelly of America's past.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Mystery and Thriller
Length4 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I.
10CHAPTER XI.
2CHAPTER II.
11CHAPTER XII.
3CHAPTER III.: CHAPTER IV.
12CHAPTER XIII. SWANSON'S RANCHE—THE DETECTIVES IN ROBBER'S RETREAT—THE SUCCESS OF THE DOCTOR—ANOTHER ROBBERY PLANNED.
4CHAPTER V.
13CHAPTER XIV.
5CHAPTER VI.
14CHAPTER XV.
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6CHAPTER VII.
15CHAPTER XVI.
7CHAPTER VIII.
16CHAPTER XVII.
8CHAPTER IX.
17CHAPTER XVIII.
9CHAPTER X.
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