The Complete Works of R. Austin Freeman: Action Thrillers, Murder Mysteries & Detective Stories
Illustrated Edition: The Red Thumb Mark, The Eye of Osiris, A Silent Witness…By R. Austin Freeman
Length321h 51m
About this audiobook
The Complete Works of R. Austin Freeman: Action Thrillers, Murder Mysteries & Detective Stories encompasses a remarkable collection of Freeman's innovative narratives that fuse elements of suspense and intellect within the detective genre. Known for his pioneering use of the 'inverted detective story', Freeman constructs intricate plots where the audience learns the culprit's identity early on, challenging the conventional whodunit format. Rich with vividly drawn characters and sharp dialogue, the work showcases Freeman's mastery in crafting atmospheric settings and compelling psychological portraits, reflecting the social issues of early 20th century Britain. R. Austin Freeman, an esteemed British author and contemporary of Arthur Conan Doyle, was profoundly influenced by his background in medicine and his passion for forensics. His experiences as a surgeon and profound interest in the scientific method heavily informed his writing approach, offering a unique blend of crime fiction intertwined with detailed medical and forensic procedures. Freeman's innovative narrative techniques and character development were crucial in the evolution of the detective genre, solidifying his status as a literary pioneer. For readers eager to delve into the evolution of the detective story and explore psychologically complex plots, Freeman's complete works serve as an essential compendium. His incisive storytelling not only captivates but also stimulates critical thinking, making this anthology an indispensable addition to any literature enthusiast's collection.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (139)
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GenreMystery and Thriller
Length321 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 30, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Complete Works of R. Austin Freeman: Action Thrillers, Murder Mysteries & Detective Stories
26The Watercress-Bed
2SHORT BIOGRAPHY
27Sidelights
3THE ART OF THE DETECTIVE STORY
28John Bellingham's Will
4MEET DR. THORNDYKE
29A Museum Idyll
5My Learned Brother
30The Sphinx of Lincoln's Inn
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6The Suspect
31The New Alliance
7A Lady in the Case
32The Evidence Reviewed
8Confidences
33A Voyage of Discovery
9The 'Thumbograph'
34The Crowner's Quest
10Committed for Trial
35Which Carries the Reader Into the Probate Court
11Shoals and Quicksands
36Circumstantial Evidence
12A Suspicious Accident
37"O! Artemidorus, Farewell!"
13The Prisoner
38The Accusing Finger
14Polton Is Mystified
39John Bellingham
15The Ambush
40A Strange Symposium
16It Might Have Been
41The End of the Case
17Murder by Post
42Preface
18A Startling Discovery
43The Mysterious Patient
19The Finger-Print Experts
44Thorndyke Devises a Scheme
20Thorndyke Plays His Card
45"A Chiel's Amang Ye Takin' Notes"
21At Last
46The Official View
22The Vanishing Man
47Jeffrey Blackmore's Will
23The Eavesdropper
48Jeffrey Blackmore, Deceased
24John Thorndyke
49The Cuneiform Inscription
25Legal Complications and a Jackal
50The Track Chart
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