The Trail of the Serpent (Detective Mystery)
Enriched edition.By Mary Elizabeth Braddon
Length17h 12m
About this audiobook
Mary Elizabeth Braddon's 'The Trail of the Serpent' is a gripping detective mystery novel that combines elements of sensation fiction with intricate plot development. Set in Victorian England, the story follows private detective Matthew Sharp as he unravels a complex web of deceit and betrayal surrounding a mysterious murder. Braddon's detailed descriptions and skilled character development create a vivid literary world that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. This novel is a prime example of Braddon's talent for crafting thrilling, suspenseful narratives that captivate audiences. The incorporation of social issues and moral dilemmas adds depth to the narrative, making 'The Trail of the Serpent' a compelling read for lovers of classic detective fiction. Mary Elizabeth Braddon's keen insight into human nature and her exploration of the darker aspects of society make this novel a standout in the genre. Readers seeking a well-crafted mystery with a thought-provoking storyline will find 'The Trail of the Serpent' to be a truly engaging literary experience.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.6 (1K)
Includes Goodreads, LibraryThing
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length17 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Trail of the Serpent
2(Detective Mystery)
3Introduction
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6The Trail of the Serpent
7Book the First A Respectable Young Man
8Chapter I The Good Schoolmaster
9Chapter II Good for Nothing
10Chapter III The Usher Washes His Hands
11Chapter IV Richard Marwood Lights His Pipe
12Chapter V The Healing Waters
13Chapter VI Two Coroner’s Inquests
14Chapter VII The Dumb Detective a Philanthropist
15Chapter VIII Seven Letters on the Dirty Alphabet
16Chapter IX “Mad, Gentlemen of the Jury”
17Book the Second A Clearance of All Scores
18Book the Third A Holy Institution
19Chapter I The Value of an Opera-Glass
20Chapter II Working in the Dark
21Chapter III The Wrong Footstep
22Chapter IV Ocular Demonstration
23Chapter V The King of Spades
24Chapter VI A Glass of Wine
25Chapter VII The Last Act of Lucretia Borgia
26Chapter VIII Bad Dreams and a Worse Waking
27Chapter IX A Marriage in High Life
28Chapter X Animal Magnetism
29Book the Fourth Napoleon the Great
30Chapter I The Boy from Slopperton
31Chapter II Mr. Augustus Darley and Mr. Joseph Peters Go Out Fishing
32Chapter III The Emperor Bids Adieu to Elba
33Chapter IV Joy and Happiness for Everybody
34Chapter V The Cherokees Take an Oath
35Chapter VI Mr. Peters Relates How He Thought He had a Clue, and How He Lost It
36Book the Fifth The Dumb Detective
37Book the Sixth On the Track
38Chapter I Father and Son
39Chapter II Raymond De Marolles Shows Himself Better Than All Bow Street
40Chapter III The Left-Handed Smasher Makes His Mark
41Chapter IV What They Find in the Room in Which the Murder was Committed
42Chapter V Mr. Peters Decides on a Strange Step, and Arrests the Dead
43Chapter VI The End of the Dark Road
44My First Novel by M. E. Braddon
45Analysis
46Reflection
47Memorable Quotes
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