The Scarab Murder Case
Unraveling the Secrets of the Ancient Scarab: A Classic Mystery Novel of Crime and IntrigueBy Willard Huntington Wright
Length9h 35m
About this audiobook
In "The Scarab Murder Case," Willard Huntington Wright, writing under the pen name S.S. Van Dine, immerses readers in a gripping detective narrative that combines elements of classic whodunits with rich, atmospheric detail. Set against the backdrop of 1920s New York City, the novel follows the erudite amateur sleuth Philo Vance as he unravels a perplexing murder entwined with the world of Egyptian antiquities. Wright's prose is distinguished by its sharp dialogue, meticulous attention to detail, and an intellectual approach to crime-solving, reflecting the era's fascination with puzzles and intellectualism within the mystery genre. The novel's intricate plotting and vivid characterization exemplify the literary trends of its time, blending sophistication with a deep sense of intrigue. Willard Huntington Wright was a noted figure in the literary world as an editor and a critic. His experiences in the art and philosophy sectors greatly influenced his writing style and thematic choices, particularly his interest in aesthetics and the complexities of human behavior. Wright's profound knowledge of the art scene of his era injects a layer of authenticity into the narrative, particularly evident in Vance's exploration of the murder's connection to the art market. For readers who cherish classic detective fiction infused with intellectual depth, "The Scarab Murder Case" stands as a compelling recommendation. It invites those interested in mystery, art, and early 20th-century society into an intriguing world of suspense, providing not just a narrative but an intellectual puzzle awaiting resolution.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (755)
Includes Goodreads, LibraryThing, Amazon, StoryGraph
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length9 hrs 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 30, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I
12CHAPTER XII
2CHAPTER II
13CHAPTER XIII
3CHAPTER III
14CHAPTER XIV
4CHAPTER IV
15CHAPTER XV
5CHAPTER V
16CHAPTER XVI
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER VI
17CHAPTER XVII
7CHAPTER VII
18CHAPTER XVIII
8CHAPTER VIII
19CHAPTER XIX
9CHAPTER IX
20CHAPTER XX
10CHAPTER X
21CHAPTER XXI
11CHAPTER XI
22CHAPTER XXII
More from Willard Huntington Wright
S.S. VAN DINE Premium Collection: Thriller Classics, Murder Mysteries, Detective Tales & More (Illustrated)Willard Huntington Wright, S.S. Van Dine115h 38m$1 · $0.00
The Casino Murder CaseWillard Huntington Wright6h 41m3.8 (900)$2 · $0.00
The Benson Murder CaseWillard Huntington Wright9h 47m3.7 (3K)$2 · $0.00
Misinforming a NationWillard Huntington Wright3h 45m$2 · $0.00
The Kidnap Murder CaseWillard Huntington Wright7h 50m3.6 (236)$2 · $0.00
The Greatest Works of S. S. Van Dine (Illustrated Edition)Willard Huntington Wright, S.S. Van Dine115h 4m4.4 (11)$2 · $0.00
S.S. VAN DINE Premium Collection: Thriller Classics, Murder Mysteries, Detective TalesWillard Huntington Wright, S.S. Van Dine115h 45m$2 · $0.00
The Greatest Works of S. S. Van Dine (Illustrated Edition) (Annotated)Willard Huntington Wright, S.S. Van Dine115h 25m4.4 (15)$1.99 · $0.00
The Rose CodeKate Quinn16h 2m4.4 (493.7K)$33 · $0.00
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Complete Edition)Arthur Conan Doyle12h 28m4.6 (286.7K)$2 · $0.00
Farewell My Lovely (Annotated)Raymond Chandler10h 37m4.6 (1.2K)$2 · $0.00
The Labyrinth of the SpiritsCarlos Ruiz Zafon27h 55m4.5 (77.2K)$53 · $0.00
Olympic Mountain PursuitJodie Bailey5h 55m4.6 (638)$12 · $0.00
Glen AffricKarine Giebel22h 51m4.5 (3.2K)$46 · $0.00
Deadly Badlands PursuitSharee Stover5h 53m4.6 (361)$12 · $0.00
Crime and Punishment (The Unabridged Garnett Translation) (Annotated)Fyodor Dostoevsky24h 25m4.5 (15.4K)$1.99 · $0.00
Three ComradesErich Maria Remarque15h 50m4.5 (47.3K)$2 · $0.00
AngelAnita Waller10h 30m4.6 (672)$30 · $0.00
The BorderDon Winslow29h 8m4.5 (35.7K)$53 · $0.00
FlashpointCatherine Coulter11h 38m4.5 (11.6K)$29 · $0.00
The Man in the Brown Suit & They Came to BaghdadAgatha Christie15h 43m4.6 (495)$33 · $0.00
Fang Si-Chi's First Love ParadiseYi-Han Lin8h 25m4.5 (4K)$26 · $0.00
No Woman Left BehindJulie Moffett8h 49m4.5 (3K)$25 · $0.00
CovertJanie Crouch6h 15m4.5 (2K)$12 · $0.00
Cold Case InvestigationNicole Helm5h 30m4.6 (321)$5 · $0.00
The ReunionJana DeLeon6h 31m4.5 (1.6K)$12 · $0.00
Courage Under FireSharon Dunn5h 50m4.5 (730)$24 · $0.00
Decoding the TruthJulie Miller7h 31m4.6 (350)$12 · $0.00
You may also like
The Adventure of Black PeterArthur Conan Doyle41m4.2 (2.8K)$2 · $0.00
The Greek InterpreterSir Arthur Conan Doyle43m4.0 (3.7K)$4
Mr. Monk in Outer SpaceLee Goldberg6h 52m3.9 (2.8K)$20
A Killing of InnocentsDeborah Crombie10h 35m4.3 (8.5K)$29 · $0.00
The Benson Murder CaseS. S. Van Dine8h 51m3.6 (2.6K)$20
The Red Thumb MarkR. Austin Freeman7h 59m3.8 (1.6K)$2.30
Blade in the WaterMatthew Costello, Neil Richards2h 29m4.3 (1.1K)$15
Mr. Monk Goes to HawaiiLee Goldberg7h 35m4.0 (4.9K)$20
The Greek InterpreterArthur Conan Doyle37m3.6 (3.4K)$2 · $0.00
Yellow IrisAgatha Christie33m3.9 (1.6K)$9 · $0.00
The Sign of the FourArthur Conan Doyle4h 13m4.0 (218.7K)$2.30
Three Blind Mice and Other StoriesAgatha Christie6h 13m4.0 (28K)$24 · $0.00
Death Comes to DurhamJeanne M. Dams9h 2m4.2 (1.1K)$23
Murder on the Orient-ExpressAgatha Christie6h 47m4.3 (944.1K)$5.80 · $0.00
Blood & IvyPaul Collins8h 19m3.8 (2.3K)$20 · $0.00
The Wisdom of Father BrownG.K.Chesterton7h 49m4.0 (9.3K)$2.30
The Mystery of Three QuartersSophie Hannah, Agatha Christie9h 58m3.7 (16.8K)$29 · $0.00
Dead ReckoningTed Tayler6h 36m4.5 (277)$17
Last DitchNgaio Marsh8h 6m3.9 (3.9K)$17
The Feathered SerpentEdgar Wallace6h 51m3.7 (527)$2 · $0.00