THE MYSTERY OF A HANSOM CAB (British Mystery Series)
By Fergus Hume
Length10h 8m
About this audiobook
Fergus Hume's 'The Mystery of a Hansom Cab' is a captivating British mystery novel that takes readers on a thrilling journey through the dark underbelly of 19th-century Melbourne. The story delves into the murder of a wealthy man found dead in a hansom cab, and the subsequent investigation that uncovers secrets and scandals among the high society of the time. Hume's writing style is characterized by intricately woven plot twists and vivid descriptions that immerse the reader in the atmospheric setting of Victorian Australia, making it a classic in the mystery genre. The novel is considered one of the earliest examples of the detective genre and has inspired countless other mystery writers. Fergus Hume, a British-Australian author, drew inspiration from his legal background to craft a story that showcases his keen eye for detail and understanding of human nature. His experience in the legal field provided him with insights into the complexities of crime and justice, which are evident in the intricate plot and well-developed characters in 'The Mystery of a Hansom Cab'. I highly recommend 'The Mystery of a Hansom Cab' to readers who enjoy classic British mysteries with sophisticated plot twists and rich historical detail. Hume's masterful storytelling and gripping narrative will keep you guessing until the very end.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.6 (10.5K)
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GenreMystery and Thriller, History
Length10 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 5, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Barchester Towers (Historical Novel)
2Preface
3I. What the Argus Said
4II. The Evidence at the Inquest
5III. One Hundred Pounds Reward
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6IV. Mr. Gorby Makes a Start
7V. Mrs. Hamilton Unbosoms Herself
8VI. Mr. Gorby Makes Further Discoveries
9VII. The Wool King
10VIII. Brian Takes a Walk and a Drive
11IX. Mr. Gorby Is Satisfied at Last
12X. In the Queen's Name
13XI. Counsel for the Prisoner
14XII. She Was a True Woman
15XIII. Madge Makes a Discovery
16XIV. Another Richmond in the Field
17XV. A Woman of the People
18XVI. Missing
19XVII. The Trial
20XVIII. Sal Rawlins Tells All She Knows
21XIX. The Verdict of the Jury
22XX. The “Argus” Gives Its Opinion
23XXI. Three Months Afterwards
24XXII. A Daughter of Eve
25XXIII. Across the Walnuts and the Wine
26XXIV. Brian Receives a Letter
27XXV. What Dr. Chinston Said
28XXVI. Kilsip Has a Theory of His Own
29XXVII. Mother Guttersnipe Joins the Majority
30XXVIII. Mark Frettlby Has a Visitor
31XXIX. Mr. Calton's Curiosity Is Satisfied
32XXX. Nemesis
33XXXI. Hush-Money
34XXXII. De Mortuis Nil Nisi Bonum
35XXXIII. The Confession
36XXXIV. The Hands of Justice
37XXXV. “The Love That Lives”
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