The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Annotated)

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Annotated)

by Arthur Conan Doyle
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Annotated)

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Annotated)

by Arthur Conan Doyle

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Overview

"The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" is a collection of twelve short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal friend Dr. John Watson. The stories were originally published between 1891 and 1892 and later compiled into a book.

In each tale, Holmes uses his keen powers of observation, deductive reasoning, and logical analysis to solve a variety of perplexing cases. The mysteries range from stolen jewels and missing persons to complex schemes and murders. Dr. Watson narrates the stories, providing insight into Holmes's methods and the challenges they face.

Some of the well-known stories in this collection include "A Scandal in Bohemia," where Holmes encounters the elusive Irene Adler, "The Adventure of the Speckled Band," involving a deadly snake, and "The Red-Headed League," centered around a bizarre organization.

"The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" is celebrated for its clever plots, memorable characters, and the distinctive dynamic between Holmes and Watson. The collection showcases Conan Doyle's mastery of detective fiction and has left a lasting impact on the genre.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9782487116207
Publisher: Jason Nollan
Publication date: 11/16/2023
Pages: 268
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.61(d)

About the Author

About The Author
A Scottish writer and physician, Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle was a prolific and one of the most famous literary figure. His most well-known fictional stories about the detective "Sherlock Holmes" are a milestone in the field of crime fiction. He is also remembered for his other famous fictional character, Professor Challenger. His works also include plays, romances, non-fiction, poetry, historical novels, fantasy and science fiction stories.

Date of Birth:

May 22, 1859

Date of Death:

July 7, 1930

Place of Birth:

Edinburgh, Scotland

Place of Death:

Crowborough, Sussex, England

Education:

Edinburgh University, B.M., 1881; M.D., 1885
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