S4E5 - Gleanings from the Wreckage
From Mysteries of Dr. John Thorndyke by Radio Theater Project
November 11, 2025 · 35 min · Season 4 · Episode 5
About this episode
This episode features the original fictional forensic detective, Dr. John Thorndyke, as he uses science to solve a case in 'Gleanings from the Wreckage'.
Gleanings from the Wreckage 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 Gleanings from the Wreckage. Written by R. Austin Freeman; adapted for radio by Heather Ellio
People in this episode
Hosts: R. Austin Freeman, Dr. John Thorndyke
Topics covered
- forensic detective
- early 1900s
- science in detection
- criminal justice
- fictional narrative
Keywords
- forensic detective
- R. Austin Freeman
- Heather Ellio
- Gleanings from the Wreckage
- criminal justice
- early 1900s
- fiction
- drama
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Gleanings from the Wreckage
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