Arthur Conan Doyle

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Sherlock Holmes - A Selection of Short Mystery Stories;With Original Illustrations by Sidney Paget & Charles R. Macauley

Beschreibung

Sherlock Holmes, the world's most esteemed detective, comes head to head with his greatest challenges in this thrilling collection of Arthur Conan Doyle's crime stories. Published between 1890 and 1917, this Sherlock Holmes collection features 11 of Arthur Conan Doyle's finest detective fiction stories. Each gripping case showcases the brilliant mind of Holmes and the lengths he will go to solve a case. With vivid descriptions, endless twists and turns, and dramatic conclusions, these tales are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. This new edition from Read & Co. Books features the original illustrations by Sidney Paget and a specially commissioned introduction. The stories featured in this volume include: - Silver Blaze - The Speckled Band - The Sign of the Four - A Scandal in Bohemia - The Naval Treaty - The Blue Carbuncle - The Greek Interpreter - The Red-Headed League - The Empty House - The Missing Three-Quarter - His Last Bow

Autor

Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle was a British writer and physician, best known for creating the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes. Born on May 22, 1859, in Edinburgh, Scotland, Doyle's most famous work, A Study in Scarlet, introduced Sherlock Holmes in 1887, marking the beginning of a series that included four novels and fifty-six short stories. These works became milestones in the development of crime fiction, establishing Holmes and his companion, Dr. Watson, as cultural icons. Doyle's expertise in medicine also influenced his writing, providing a foundation for his character's sharp intellect and deductive reasoning. Beyond the Sherlock Holmes stories, he wrote a wide range of works, including historical novels, science fiction, and plays. In addition to his writing career, Doyle was involved in various social causes and even served as a volunteer doctor during the Second Boer War. He passed away on July 7, 1930, in Crowborough, England, at the age of 71. His literary legacy endures, and he has received several accolades, including the Audie Award for Excellence in Production.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Detective Fiction Classics
• Seitenzahl: 510
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Mai 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 30mm
• Gewicht: 712g
• ISBN-13: 9781409724667
• ISBN-10: 1409724662
• Artikelnr.: 24145202