The Uttermost Farthing: A Savant's Vendetta
1914
The Uttermost Farthing: A Savant's Vendetta, written by R. Austin Freeman and first published in 1914, follows Humphrey Challoner, a brilliant savant whose life spirals into darkness after the murder of his wife. As an expert in criminal anthropology, Challoner becomes obsessed with avenging her death, leading him to make morally complex decisions that blend science with vengeance. The novel explores themes of grief, justice, and the psychological toll of obsession, set against a backdrop of chilling artifacts from Challoner's private collection.
