The Fingerprint
Uncovering Secrets in Victorian LondonBy Dora Amy Elles
Length9h 54m
About this audiobook
In "The Fingerprint," Dora Amy Elles masterfully weaves together a narrative that explores the intricate relationship between identity and the science of forensic evidence. The book is a fascinating blend of detective fiction and emerging scientific inquiry, reflecting the burgeoning interest in fingerprints as a reliable means of identification in the early 20th century. Through compelling characters and vivid storytelling, Elles captures the reader's imagination, effectively integrating technical details of fingerprint analysis within a thrilling plot that challenges societal norms and legal conventions of her time. Dora Amy Elles was an avant-garde figure, not only as a prolific writer but also as a strong advocate for women in science and literature. Her background in sociology and her keen interest in forensic science informed her narrative choices in "The Fingerprint," allowing her to delve deeply into the implications of empirical evidence on personal and social identity. This multivalent approach highlights the cultural anxieties of a society grappling with modernity and its moral questions, especially concerning justice and truth. For readers intrigued by historical mysteries or the intersection of science and literature, "The Fingerprint" is a compelling read. It invites contemplation on the nature of identity and the role of forensic science in our quest for truth. Elles's skillful storytelling, combined with her rich thematic exploration, makes this book a noteworthy contribution to both literary and scientific discourse.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (1.3K)
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GenreMystery and Thriller, Historical Fiction
Length9 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 31, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER ONE
23CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE
2CHAPTER TWO
24CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR
3CHAPTER THREE
25CHAPTER TWENTY-FIVE
4CHAPTER FOUR
26CHAPTER TWENTY-SIX
5CHAPTER FIVE
27CHAPTER TWENTY-SEVEN
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6CHAPTER SIX
28CHAPTER TWENTY-EIGHT
7CHAPTER SEVEN
29CHAPTER TWENTY-NINE
8CHAPTER EIGHT
30CHAPTER THIRTY
9CHAPTER NINE
31CHAPTER THIRTY-ONE
10CHAPTER TEN
32CHAPTER THIRTY-TWO
11CHAPTER ELEVEN
33CHAPTER THIRTY-THREE
12CHAPTER TWELVE
34CHAPTER THIRTY-FOUR
13CHAPTER THIRTEEN
35CHAPTER THIRTY-FIVE
14CHAPTER FOURTEEN
36CHAPTER THIRTY-SIX
15CHAPTER FIFTEEN
37CHAPTER THIRTY-SEVEN
16CHAPTER SIXTEEN
38CHAPTER THIRTY-EIGHT
17CHAPTER SEVENTEEN
39CHAPTER THIRTY-NINE
18CHAPTER EIGHTEEN
40CHAPTER FORTY
19CHAPTER NINETEEN
41CHAPTER FORTY-ONE
20CHAPTER TWENTY
42CHAPTER FORTY-TWO
21CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE
43CHAPTER FORTY-THREE
22CHAPTER TWENTY-TWO
44CHAPTER FORTY-FOUR
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