related by Christopher Jervis and edited by R. Austin Freeman Freeman, R. Austin (Richard Austin) 1862-1943 creator Brock, H. M. (Henry Matthew) 1875-1960 text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "John Thorndyke's Cases" by R. Austin Freeman is a collection of detective stories written in the early 20th century. This book introduces the main character, Dr. John Thorndyke, a medico-legal expert, who employs scientific methods and keen observations to solve various crimes, blending elements of mystery with real forensic techniques. The opening of the book sets a vivid scene in the lonely village of Little Sundersley, where Dr. Christopher Jervis, our narrator, embarks on a quiet seaside practice as Thorndyke arrives for a visit. Their leisurely beach stroll quickly turns into an investigation when they encounter a series of peculiar footprints that hint at foul play, leading to the discovery of a murder victim on the beach. As they analyze the footprints and other evidence around the body, the opening unfolds a complex narrative that introduces the themes of scientific inquiry and deductive reasoning, setting the stage for the thrilling mysteries to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The man with the nailed shoes -- The stranger's latchkey -- The anthropologist at large -- The blue sequin -- The Moabite cipher -- The mandarin's pearl -- The aluminium dagger -- A message from the deep sea. With 6 illustrations by H. M. Brock, and 9 from photographs, etc. Release date is 2004-10-27 Produced by Steven desJardins and PG Distributed Proofreaders. Original publication data not identified London (England) -- Fiction Thorndyke, Doctor (Fictitious character) -- Fiction Physicians -- Fiction Detective and mystery stories, English PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13882 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13882 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133328.0 13882