Mr. Justice Raffles
A Tale of Moral Ambiguity and Intrigue in the Edwardian EraBy E. W. Hornung
Length7h 10m
About this audiobook
In "Mr. Justice Raffles," E. W. Hornung crafts a captivating narrative that intertwines crime, justice, and moral ambiguity, showcasing the titular character, Raffles, an engaging gentleman thief and a duality of protagonist and antihero. Set against the backdrop of late Victorian London, the novel is marked by Hornung's deft prose and intricate plotting, which challenge the conventional boundaries of crime fiction. Written during an era enthusiastic about the urbanization and tensions of the industrial age, Hornung'Äôs work reflects societal anxieties about crime and morality, often blurring the lines between right and wrong in a sharply humorous yet thoughtful manner. E. W. Hornung, a contemporary and brother-in-law of the celebrated Arthur Conan Doyle, was deeply influenced by the cultural milieu and literary trends of his time. His experiences as a playwright and a keen observer of social dynamics allowed him to infuse this novel with a unique perspective on criminality and the legal system. Hornung's choice to frame Raffles as a gentleman of leisure who simultaneously enacts justice speaks to the complexities of identity and ethics in an evolving society. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in a nuanced exploration of criminality and morality, particularly those who appreciate the interplay between the protagonist'Äôs charm and the darker aspects of his escapades. "Mr. Justice Raffles" promises to entertain while inviting critical reflection on the very nature of justice and societal norms.
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Rating★★★★ 3.6 (396)
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GenreMystery and Thriller
Length7 hrs 10 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I — An Inaugural Banquet
2CHAPTER II — "His Own Familiar Friend"
3CHAPTER III — Council of War
4CHAPTER IV — "Our Mr. Shylock"
5CHAPTER V — Thin Air: "I?"
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6CHAPTER VI — Camilla Belsize
7CHAPTER VII — In Which We Fail to Score
8CHAPTER VIII — The State of the Case
9CHAPTER IX — A Triple Alliance
10CHAPTER X — "My Raffles Right or Wrong"
11CHAPTER XI — A Dash in the Dark
12CHAPTER XII — A Midsummer Night's Work
13CHAPTER XIII — Knocked Out
14CHAPTER XIV — Corpus Delicti
15CHAPTER XV — Trial by Raffles
16CHAPTER XVI — Watch and Ward
17CHAPTER XVII — A Secret Service
18CHAPTER XVIII — The Death of a Sinner: TRAGIC DEATH OF FAMOUS MONEYLENDER
19CHAPTER XIX — Apologia
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