The Burglar's Fate, and The Detectives

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The Burglar's Fate, and The Detectives

by Allan Pinkerton

EN·~5 hours·28 chapters

Chapters

28 total

E-text prepared by Jeroen van Luin, Suzanne Shell,

0:37

PREFACE.

1:39

CHAPTER I.

10:47

CHAPTER II.

15:55

CHAPTER III.

13:02

CHAPTER IV.

11:30

CHAPTER V.

11:45

CHAPTER VI.

12:53

CHAPTER VII.

11:24

CHAPTER VIII.

13:11

Description

Geneva, a thriving little town nestled amid rolling farmlands and rich coal seams, buzzes with the honest labor of farmers, miners, and craftsmen. The sun‑lit fields and bustling market streets paint a picture of prosperity, while the old mill and soot‑darkened factories hint at the hard work that underpins the community’s success. This vivid backdrop sets the stage for a story that feels both familiar and compelling.

When a bold burglary shakes the town’s tranquil rhythm, four young men seize the chance for quick gain, only to find themselves entangled in a meticulous investigation. A determined detective follows a trail of clues through the village’s alleys and mines, exposing the thieves’ careless choices. As the chase unfolds, listeners are treated to a realistic glimpse of 19th‑century law enforcement and the inevitable consequences that await those who betray the trust of their neighbors.

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Language

en

Duration

~5 hours (324K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2006-02-12

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Allan Pinkerton

Allan Pinkerton

1819–1884

A Scottish-born cooper turned detective, he built one of the most famous private investigative agencies in American history and became closely tied to Civil War-era espionage. His life mixes reform politics, anti-slavery work, and the fast-changing world of 19th-century crime and security.

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