The Adventure of the Engineers Thumb..., Arthur Conan Doyle
The Adventure of the Engineers Thumb..., Arthur Conan Doyle
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The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb

Author: Arthur Conan Doyle

Narrator: Rupert Wexley

Unabridged: 44 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/22/2025


Synopsis

The Adventure of the Engineer’s Thumb is one of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s most gripping and unusual Sherlock Holmes short stories. Originally published in 1892 as part of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, this tale departs from the typical murder mystery to deliver a suspenseful case of industrial espionage, mystery, and a shocking act of violence.When a young hydraulic engineer named Victor Hatherley seeks out Holmes after a terrifying experience involving a secret job and a missing thumb, Holmes and Watson dive into a case filled with deception, hidden motives, and near-fatal danger. It’s a thrilling blend of mystery and mechanical intrigue that showcases Holmes’s detective brilliance in an unusual setting.This full audiobook captures the dramatic urgency and moody Victorian setting of the original story—ideal for fans of Sherlock Holmes, classic mysteries, and adventure-driven fiction.

About Arthur Conan Doyle

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British writer best known for his creation of the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes. In addition to being considered a father of detective fiction, he also wrote a series of science-fiction adventures starring the brilliant, daring, and comical Professor Challenger.


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