# How does Fantômas develop the theme of Science and Modernity?

> Fantômas by Pierre Souvestre

## Answer

Fantômas by Pierre Souvestre develops Science and Modernity across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

The story highlights modern tools like telegraphs, motorcars, and anthropometric measurements (fingerprints, photographs) used by both criminals and police, reflecting early 20th-century anxieties about technology aiding evil.

The conversation highlights how modern science aids both criminals and law enforcement.

The use of Bertillon's anthropometric system and dynamometer reflects the application of scientific techniques in criminal investigation.

## Evidence

- [i-the-genius-of-crime](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/fant_mas_se/chapters/i-the-genius-of-crime.md): The conversation highlights how modern science aids both criminals and law enforcement.
- [xviii-a-prisoner-and-a-witness](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/fant_mas_se/chapters/xviii-a-prisoner-and-a-witness.md): The use of Bertillon's anthropometric system and dynamometer reflects the application of scientific techniques in criminal investigation.

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