{"product_id":"the-famous-cases-of-dr-thorndyke-thirty-seven-of-his-criminal-investigations-9781025657790","title":"The Famous Cases of Dr. Thorndyke: Thirty-Seven of His Criminal Investigations","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): R. Austin Freeman\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Mystery \u0026amp; Detective - Collections \u0026amp; Anthologies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The Famous Cases of Dr. Thorndyke: Thirty-Seven of His Criminal Investigations\" is a comprehensive collection of mysteries featuring one of literature's most influential forensic detectives. Created by R. Austin Freeman, Dr. John Thorndyke is a medical-legal expert who revolutionized the detective genre by applying rigorous scientific methods and laboratory analysis to solve complex crimes. This volume brings together a vast array of cases that showcase Thorndyke's keen intellect and his mastery of medical jurisprudence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThroughout these thirty-seven investigations, readers are introduced to the \"inverted\" detective story format, where the commission of the crime is often described first, and the focus shifts to how Thorndyke uncovers the truth through physical evidence. From intricate forgeries to baffling murders, each story emphasizes the importance of objective proof and meticulous observation over mere intuition. As a pioneer of the scientific procedural, the Thorndyke series remains a cornerstone of classic crime fiction, offering a fascinating look at the early intersection of science and law enforcement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collection serves as an essential treasury for fans of Golden Age mysteries and those interested in the evolution of the modern forensic thriller. \"The Famous Cases of Dr. Thorndyke\" stands as a testament to Freeman's meticulous plotting and his significant contribution to the enduring legacy of the intellectual detective.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tradd Street Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47887614279831,"sku":"9781025657790","price":4095.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781025657790.webp?v=1781160287","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-famous-cases-of-dr-thorndyke-thirty-seven-of-his-criminal-investigations-9781025657790","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}