Bücher von R. Austin Freeman

"The D'Arblay Mystery" is a conventional mystery novel written by R. Austin Freeman. The tale revolves round Dr. John Thorndyke, a forensic expert and detective. The plot unfolds as Thorndyke becomes entangled in a confusing case regarding the mysterious disappearance of a valuable French manuscript, the D'Arblay Jewel. The manuscript is well known with the aid of diverse events, and its disappearance sets off a chain of activities that lead Thorndyke on an exciting investigation. As Thorndyke delves into the case, he employs his medical and deductive abilties to unravel the intricacies of the thriller. Freeman, a pioneer inside the style of scientific detective fiction, weaves a compelling narrative that combines forensic technological know-how with a fascinating plot. The D'Arblay Mystery showcases Freeman's understanding in creating complex puzzles and showcases his protagonist's awesome thoughts as he works to remedy the enigma. With its cleverly crafted storyline, meticulous attention to detail, and the utility of clinical concepts to clear up crimes, "The D'Arblay Mystery" exemplifies Freeman's contribution to the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. The novel stands as a testomony to Freeman's legacy as a master storyteller and a forerunner within the development of forensic mystery literature.

These are two short stories from the collection THE GREAT PORTRAIT MYSTERY: "PERCIVAL BLAND'S PROXY" and "THE MISSING MORTGAGEE", wherein the brilliant medical investigator, Dr. Thorndyke, solves murderous crimes. Percival Bland was an uncommon criminal. He knew that his continual passing of counterfeit banknotes would eventually catch up with him, so he had a plan--precautions against the inevitable catastrophe. We can understand why he has created an alternate persona, Robert Lindsay, using disguises and renting two places of residence. No one seems to notice that he and his "cousin" Robert never are at their respective homes simultaneously, nor are they at home when the other visits, nor does anyone see the resemblance of their facial appearance under the makeup. But why does he buy human bones at auction? The lot was described in the catalog as "a complete set of human osteology" but they were not an ordinary "student's set," for the bones of the hands and feet...

The Vanishing Man is a mystery fiction novel written by R. Austin Freeman. The plot begins with John Bellingham, an internationally renowned archaeologist who mysteriously vanishes while traveling home after an Egyptian treasure hunt. However, Bellingham appears to have left hints about his whereabouts. Instead of following the leads, Dr. Thorndyke starts looking for a man who has the Eye of Osiris tattooed on his body. There are parts of the body found in various places in England. Bellingham is missing. Is there anything in common between the two events, or it's just a coincidence? Is Dr. Thorndyke heading on the right path? Will he be able to solve the case? Read out The Vanishing Man to know the complete story.

The Uttermost Farthing is a fiction book written by R. Austin Freeman. The story begins with the murder of Humphrey Challoner's wife killed by a bullet from a robber at his home. Mr. Challoner is a wealthy genius man, and he collected the robber's fingerprints as well as part of his hair, which his wife was holding in her hand. He owns a private museum that houses a collection of human and animal skeletons as well as skulls that have shrunk. He hands over the museum and the archives to his doctor, who then makes known the Museum Archives, which contain the tales of how the skeletons were acquired and how Mr. Challoner ultimately tracked out the person who killed his wife. It's an interesting fictional detective story that will keep the readers interested to read on the story!

The mystery of 31 new inn book is written by R. Austin Freeman. The novel has a plot story that contains one of the last surviving inns of Chancery that has recently passed away after upwards of four centuries of newness. The tracking chart described in Chapters II and III has been actually used in practice. It is a modification of one devised by me when I was crossing Ashanti to the city of Bontuku. Mr. Weiss's patient was suffering from a typical case of opium or morphine poisoning, he writes. The man's pupils were contracted to such an extreme degree that only the very minutest point of black was visible at the center of the grey iris. His features were relaxed and he seemed in a dreamy, somnolent state. Later on, the inquest into the death of Jeffrey Blackmore was opened and adjourned by Mr. Thorndyke, who asked Mr. Marchmont to describe in writing the circumstances surrounding his death. He saw a man lying on his bed in Mr. Blackmore's lodgings, and he seemed to be holding some small metal object in his hand. I thought it rather a queer affair, so he went across to the lodge and told the porter about it.

The mysterious fiction, The Red Thumb Imprint, describes the story of the valuable diamonds that are missing, and the thumbprint of Reuben Hornby is found in a drop of blood on a piece of paper at the lower part of the safe. The specialists of Scotland Yard are all in agreement. Apparently, this is an obvious situation. Or, on the other hand, is it? For reasons known exclusively to himself, Dr. John Thorndyke feels a little unsure about the authenticity and starting origins of the evidence. Now he should make his case in open court, utilizing the most recent techniques of Edwardian science to prove the honesty of a young man. Will he succeed, or will the case of "The Red Thumb Mark" end up being his first as well as his last case? This book is filled with thrills and adventure, which makes it worth reading for all thrill readers.

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These are two short stories from the collection THE GREAT PORTRAIT MYSTERY: "e;PERCIVAL BLAND'S PROXY"e; and "e;THE MISSING MORTGAGEE"e;, wherein the brilliant medical investigator, Dr. Thorndyke, solves murderous crimes.Percival Bland was an uncommon criminal. He knew that his continual passing of counterfeit banknotes would eventually catch up with him, so he had a plan--precautions against the inevitable catastrophe. We can understand why he has created an alternate persona, Robert Lindsay, using disguises and renting two places of residence. No one seems to notice that he and his "e;cousin"e; Robert never are at their respective homes simultaneously, nor are they at home when the other visits, nor does anyone see the resemblance of their facial appearance under the makeup. But why does he buy human bones at auction? The lot was described in the catalog as "e;a complete set of human osteology"e; but they were not an ordinary "e;student's set,"e; for the bones of the hands and feet, instead of being strung together on cat-gut, were united by their original ligaments and were "e;of an unsavoury brown colour."e; What does he want with those moldy bones? He has a nefarious plan, but it does not fool Dr. Thorndyke.After Dr. Thorndyke solved the case of Percival Bland, the doctor was called in by a life insurance company to investigate another case. There was apparently no doubt that Thomas Elton, a friendless, poverty-stricken artist, had fallen from the top of the overhanging cliff onto the beach. Now, one would suppose with the evidence of this fall of about a hundred and fifty feet, the smashed face and broken neck, there was not much room for doubt as to the cause of death. But Thorndyke indeed has his doubts.

Dr. Thorndyke is one of the best creations of the Golden Age of British detective fiction. He is both medical doctor and barrister and the first great exponent of forensics in fiction, with an encyclopedic scientific knowledge. These five short stories were originally published in the "Treasuries of Modern Prose" series in 1930 and showcase Freeman's skill and originality. This collection includes: The Blue Sequin, The New Jersey Sphinx, The Magic Casket, The Pathologist to the Rescue and The Touchstone.

Reuben Hornby is accused of stealing diamonds from the safe of his uncle-his employer and benefactor. The sole evidence-damning evidence at that-is a paper dropped by the robber, bearing a fresh and bloody thumbprint.

Dr. Thorndyke is one of the best creations of the Golden Age of British detective fiction. He is both medical doctor and barrister and the first great exponent of forensics in fiction, with an encyclopedic scientific knowledge. R. Austin Freeman was innovative in his writing too - some of his stories are divided in two: the first part describes the crime AND who did it - the second, the means of detection. In this new omnibus edition, over forty Thorndyke short stories are gathered, from The Singing Bone (a.k.a. The Adventures of Dr. Thorndyke), The Great Portrait Mystery, John Thorndyke's Cases (a.k.a. Dr. Thorndyke's Cases), The Magic Casket , The Puzzle Lock and Dr. Thorndyke's Case Book (a.k.a. The Blue Scarab).