02545cam a22003373u 4500 37338 UtSlPG 20260610133842.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Hornung, E. W. (Ernest William), 1866-1921 The Crime Doctor Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-09-08 The physician who healed himself -- The life-preserver -- A hopeless case -- The golden key -- A schoolmaster abroad -- One possessed -- The doctor's assistant -- The second murderer. Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) "The Crime Doctor" by E. W. Hornung is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces readers to Doctor John Dollar, an unconventional expert in criminology who believes that all crime is a form of madness. The narrative explores his philosophy of preventing crime through understanding, aiming to save potential criminals from their own worst impulses while grappling with the complexities of morality and justice. The opening of the book sets the stage for a dramatic and intriguing premise, as Doctor Dollar discusses his radical views on crime with the Home Secretary, Topham Vinson. Their conversation reveals Dollar's unique approach to understanding and addressing criminal behavior, stemming from his own traumatic experiences. As the discussion unfolds, it hints at Dollar's methods and practices, which include running a nursing home for potential criminals, showcasing his intent to intervene before individuals turn to actual wrongdoing. With an engaging mix of crime, ethics, and psychological insights, the beginning of "The Crime Doctor" invites readers into a world that challenges the conventional views on law and order. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction Detective and mystery stories, English Steele, Frederic Dorr, 1873-1944 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37338 78178 78178