S3E2 - The Touchstone
From Mysteries of Dr. John Thorndyke by Radio Theater Project
March 7, 2023 · 29 min · Season 3 · Episode 2
About this episode
This episode presents The Touchstone, a story featuring the original fictional forensic detective, Dr. John Thorndyke.
Episode Notes Thorndyke is the original fictional forensic detective from the early 1900s. Using science to aid the art of detection; to bring criminals to justice. This time presenting The Touchstone. Written by R. Austin Freeman; adapted for radio by Heather Elliot.
People in this episode
Hosts: R. Austin Freeman, Heather Elliot
Topics covered
- forensic detective
- crime
- science
- early 1900s
- radio adaptation
Keywords
- forensic detective
- Dr. John Thorndyke
- R. Austin Freeman
- crime detection
- radio drama
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: The Touchstone
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