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Dr. John Thorndyke, a forensic expert and detective, finds himself embroiled in the perplexing case of the missing D'Arblay Jewel, a valuable French manuscript. As he investigates its mysterious disappearance, Thorndyke employs his medical knowledge and deductive reasoning to untangle the web of intrigue. R. Austin Freeman, a pioneer of scientific detective fiction, crafts a compelling narrative that blends forensic science with a captivating plot, showcasing his talent for creating intricate puzzles and solidifying his influence in the Golden Age of Detective Fiction.

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The first outing for R. Austin Freeman in the series is one of his finest books, first published in 1930.

Theology through mythology J. R. R. Tolkien was many things: English Catholic, father and husband, survivor of two world wars, Oxford professor, and author. But he was also a theologian. Tolkien's writings exhibit a coherent theology of God and his works, but Tolkien did not present his views with systematic arguments. Rather, he expressed theology through story. In Tolkien Dogmatics, Austin M. Freeman inspects Tolkien's entire corpus--The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and beyond--as a window into his theology. In his stories, lectures, and letters, Tolkien creatively and carefully engaged with his Christian faith. Tolkien Dogmatics is a comprehensive manual of Tolkien's theological thought arranged in traditional systematic theology categories, with sections on God, revelation, creation, evil, Christ and salvation, the church, and last things. Through Tolkien's imagination, we reencounter our faith.

Volume VII features the thirteenth, fourteenth, and fifteenth Thorndyke novels, published in 1931, 1932, and 1933. In "Pontifex, Son, and Thorndyke," Jasper Gray's ordinary day spirals into a series of strange events, intersecting with Thorndyke's investigation of an unusual suicide, forever altering Jasper's life. "When Rogues Fall Out" unfolds as a disagreement between thieves and a policeman leads to the latter's death. Thorndyke, Jervis, and Polton work with the police to bring the murderer to justice while exploring a mysterious house. In "Dr. Thorndyke Intervenes," an old case resurfaces when a human head is discovered at a train station, prompting a journey through an ancient crypt and British mines that ultimately restores a lost inheritance. Dr. John Thorndyke, a contemporary of Sherlock Holmes, employs scientific methods to solve complex mysteries, often with the help of his friend Dr. Christopher Jervis. Spanning from 1905 to 1942, Thorndyke's adventures present intricate puzzles and vivid depictions of late Victorian and early Edwardian England, from his chambers to the surrounding countryside. Many Thorndyke volumes have been hard to find, but MX Publishing is reintroducing these classic tales in omnibus editions for modern readers. "Thorndyke will cheerfully show you all the facts. You will be none the wiser . . . ." - Dorothy L. Sayers.

Volume IX contains the nineteenth, twentieth, and twenty-first full-length Thorndyke adventures, published in 1938, 1940, and 1942, respectively. With each subsequent narrative, Thorndyke's skills and abilities grown and amaze. The Stoneware Monkey - A young doctor's encounter with a modern sculptor opens the door to the curious world of art that is terrible, and those who seriously promote it anyway as something of value. When the sculptor dies, Thorndyke spots the importance of his curious stoneware monkey - a talentless object containing the clue to the solution. Mr. Polton Explains - After assisting Dr. Thorndyke in his many adventures, it's time for Nathaniel Polton to tell his own His humble upbringing, the apprenticeships where he learned his many skills, his nearly total downfall, and how he was rescued by Thorndyke. Then, an incident from his youth provides the solution to a modern mystery. The Jacob Street Mystery - An artist is pestered by his new neighbor, an abrasive woman who wants his opinion about her paintings. Then one day she vanishes, leading to the revelation of a most unique killer!

The book features Dr. Thorndyke, a medico-legal forensic investigator, who navigates intricate mysteries in the inverted detective story format. This unique approach reveals the crime and perpetrator upfront, focusing on the detective's investigative process. Drawing from his experiences as a colonial surgeon, Freeman incorporates genuine scientific knowledge into his narratives, exploring topics like tropical medicine, metallurgy, and toxicology. His innovative storytelling significantly impacted the detective fiction genre.

The book features Dr. Thorndyke, a medico-legal forensic investigator created by Richard Austin Freeman, who is known for pioneering the inverted detective story format. In this unique narrative style, the crime and its perpetrator are revealed at the outset, shifting the focus to the detective's investigative process. Drawing from his experiences as a colonial surgeon, Freeman weaves in authentic scientific knowledge across various fields, including tropical medicine and toxicology, enriching the detective tales with intriguing details.