It Takes Two To Solve a Murder (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Lord Peter Wimsey & Harriet Vane Mysteries: Strong Poison, Have His Carcase, Gaudy Night…By Dorothy L. Sayers
Length58h 24m
About this audiobook
It Takes Two To Solve a Murder presents detection as an art of partnership: clue-reading, conversation, and moral judgment working in concert. In the crisp, urbane manner associated with Golden Age crime fiction, the book balances intellectual puzzle-making with comedy of manners, social observation, and psychological acuity. Its title aptly signals Sayers's interest not merely in who committed the crime, but in how truth emerges through dialogue, wit, and disciplined attention. Dorothy L. Sayers (1893–1957) was among the most formidable figures of interwar British detective fiction. Educated at Oxford and experienced in advertising, theology, translation, and literary criticism, she brought unusual intellectual range to the mystery form. Her celebrated Lord Peter Wimsey stories reflect her fascination with class, language, conscience, and the ethical responsibilities of intelligence—concerns that illuminate this work's emphasis on collaboration and interpretation. This book is recommended for readers who value mysteries with elegance as well as ingenuity. Admirers of Agatha Christie, Margery Allingham, and classic British detection will find in Sayers a sharper literary texture and a deeper moral seriousness. It is an inviting choice for anyone seeking crime fiction that rewards both curiosity and thought.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length58 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 11, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1It Takes Two To Solve a Murder (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6Strong Poison
7Chapter I
8Chapter II
9Chapter III
10Chapter IV
11Chapter V
12Chapter VI
13Chapter VII
14Chapter VIII
15Chapter IX
16Chapter X
17Chapter XI
18Chapter XII
19Chapter XIII
20Chapter XIV
21Chapter XV
22Chapter XVI
23Chapter XVII
24Chapter XVIII
25Chapter XIX
26Chapter XX
27Chapter XXI
28Chapter XXII
29Chapter XXIII
30Have His Carcase
31Chapter I. The Evidence of the Corpse
32Chapter II. The Evidence of the Road
33Chapter III. The Evidence of the Hotel
34Chapter IV. The Evidence of the Razor
35Chapter V. The Evidence of the Betrothed
36Chapter VI. The Evidence of the First Barber
37Chapter VII. The Evidence of the Gigolos
38Chapter VIII. The Evidence of the Second Barber
39Chapter IX. The Evidence of the Flat-iron
40Chapter X. The Evidence of the Police-inspector
41Chapter XI. THE EVIDENCE OF THE FISHERMAN
42Chapter XII. The Evidence of the Bride's Son
43Chapter XIII. Evidence of Trouble Somewhere
44Chapter XIV. The Evidence of the Third Barber
45Chapter XV. The Evidence of the Ladylove and the Landlady
46Chapter XVI. The Evidence of the Sands
47Chapter XVII. The Evidence of the Money
48Chapter XVIII. The Evidence of the Snake
49Chapter XIX. The Evidence of the Disguised Motorist
50Chapter XX. The Evidence of the Lady in the Car
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