The Stoneware Monkey (A Dr Thorndyke Mystery)

Set in the realm of crime and mystery, this novel features Dr. Thorndyke, a pioneering medico-legal forensic investigator. Originally published in 1938, it showcases Freeman's evolution from a Doyle-inspired writer to a creator of the "inverted detective story," where the criminal's identity is revealed early on, shifting the focus to the detective's investigative process. This republished edition includes a new introduction, highlighting Freeman's unique contributions to the genre.