Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a Scottish writer and physician. He was born on 22nd May 1859 and was died on 7th July 1930. He was renowned for his 'Sherlock Holmes Stories'.His famous work includes: A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of the Four, The...

The world's most famous detective uses his celebrated skills of deduction in A Study in Scarlet, the tale that introduces Dr. John Watson. Recently discharged from the military, Watson takes a room with an amazing young man -- the arrogant crime expert, Sherlock Holmes....

IN the year 1878 I took my degree of Doctor of Medicine of the University of London, and proceeded to Netley to go through the course prescribed for surgeons in the army. Having completed my studies there, I was duly attached to the Fifth...

A Legend Begins A Study in Scarlet The first Adventure written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to feature Sherlock Holmes and Dr John Watson. A Study in Scarlet largely introduced the world to the forthcoming series by Doyle. The story features the introduction of...

This is a collection of twelve short stories featuring the brilliant detective, Sherlock Holmes. The stories are widely regarded as some of the most engaging and exciting mysteries ever written. Readers will be captivated by the ingenuity of Holmes as he solves mysteries that...

This collection of twelve stories includes many of the most memorable escapades of the world's greatest detective. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, a collection of twelve short stories by Scottish author Arthur Conan Doyle, is considered a milestone in the genre of detective fiction....

The Hound of the Baskervilles is a classic Sherlock Holmes mystery, and this graphic adaptation features giant pop-ups on every spread. Dramatic 3-D pop-up scenes will draw you into this graphic adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous story of a sinister hound that...

Why does a burglar keep smashing statues of Napoleon? What is the speckled band? And who is the mysterious Irene Adler? Join Sherlock Holmes and his trusted friend Dr. Watson as they unravel the truth behind these cases and many more. Author: Sir Arthur...

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a Scottish writer and physician. He was born on 22nd May 1859 and was died on 7th July 1930. He was renowned for his 'Sherlock Holmes Stories'.His famous work includes: A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of the Four, The...

** - THEY WERE MOBBED - ** - DRIVEN OUT OF TOWN - ** - NEARLY BLUDGEONED TO DEATH -- ** -- ONE AUDIENCE MEMBER WAS DISMEMBERED - ** --AND THEIR VALET DIED UNDER TRAGIC CIRCUMSTANCES The saga of the Davenport brothers began in...

Dominoes is a full-colour, interactive readers series that offers students a fun reading experience while building their language skills. With integrated activities, an interactive MultiROM, and exciting, fully dramatized audio for every story, the new edition of the series makes reading motivating for students...

Dominoes is a full-colour, interactive readers series that offers students a fun reading experience while building their language skills. With integrated activities, an interactive MultiROM, and exciting, fully dramatized audio for every story, the new edition of the series makes reading motivating for students...

This choice compilation features eight of Sherlock Holmes' finest adventures, including "The Final Problem," Conan Doyle's unsuccessful attempt to retire his hero permanently. Also included are such perennial favorites as "A Scandal in Bohemia," "The Red-headed League," "The Adventure of the Speckled Band," "The...

Throughout the annals of literature there is one detective who reigns supreme -- Mr. Sherlock Holmes of 221B Baker Street, London. From that celebrated address, Holmes and his friend Dr. Watson set out to solve the most difficult cases and bring to justice the...

It was nine o'clock at night upon the second of August--the most terrible August in the history of the world. One might have thought already that God's curse hung heavy over a degenerate world, for there was an awesome hush and a feeling of...

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: Sir Arthur Conan DoyleISBN-10: 1500935646ISBN-13: 9781500935641Publisher:...

Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of Sherlock Holmes stories by Arthur Conan Doyle. The eleven stories of the Memoirs are: "Silver Blaze" "The Adventure of the Yellow Face" "The Adventure of the Stockbroker's Clerk" "The Adventure of the Gloria Scott" "The Adventure...

I was not surprised. Indeed, my only wonder was that he had not already been mixed up in this extraordinary case, which was the one topic of conversation through the length and breadth of England. For a whole day my companion had rambled about...

This award-winning collection of adapted classic literature and original stories develops reading skills for low-beginning through advanced students.Accessible language and carefully controlled vocabulary build students' reading confidence. Introductions at the beginning of each story, illustrations throughout, and glossaries help build comprehension. Before, during, and...

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: Sir Arthur Conan DoyleISBN-10: 1530820936ISBN-13: 9781530820931Publisher: Createspace...

"It was the band. The speckled band!" After her sister Julia dies suddenly, Helen Stoner worries that she is the killer's next target. With her last words, Julia insisted that the "speckled band" murdered her. Can Holmes and Watson discover the identity of the...

Jabez Wilson can't believe his luck. He can join the Redheaded League and earn money just because of his fiery red hair. But the league suddenly breaks up, and he loses the easy income. Wilson goes to Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson for answers....

Reproductions of the classic Sherlock Holmes stage plays, The Speckled Band and Sherlock Holmes, written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and William Gillette. These plays offer a fascinating insight into an early and often forgotten chapter of the Sherlock Holmes legacy.Author: Sir Arthur Conan...

An illustrated adaptation of the classic Sherlock Holmes adventure - at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! The secret plans for a submarine super-weapon have been stolen and it's up to Holmes to find them. But with the government, the military and...

An illustrated adaptation of the classic Sherlock Holmes adventure - at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! Holmes is facing a problem - a big one. He's on the tail of his most dangerous criminal to date, Professor Moriarty. But it seems...

An illustrated adaptation of the classic Sherlock Holmes adventure - at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! It's time for Holmes to rewrite history. When asked by his old school friend to help track down a missing maid, the genius detective finds...

Avarice gets top billing in "The Adventure of the Priory School," "The Adventure of the Red-Headed League," and "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle," three masterfully crafted cases from one of the greatest mystery writers of all, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and starring that...

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a prolific writer born in Scotland, who started out as a medical doctor and took an occupational detour that made him world-famous. While studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh, he augmented his income by writing stories -- a...

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Though Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is best known for his detective stories, he also wrote other short stories which are masterpieces of mystery and suspense. In some of the stories in "Tales of Terror and Mystery", a suppressed uneasiness gradually builds up and evolves...

The idea that the extraordinary narrative which has been called the Joyce-Armstrong Fragment is an elaborate practical joke evolved by some unknown person, cursed by a perverted and sinister sense of humour, has now been abandoned by all who have examined the matter. The...

The Adventure of the Bruce-Partington Plans is a classic Sherlock Holmes short story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. In the third week of November, in the year 1895, a dense yellow fog settled down upon London. From the Monday to the Thursday I doubt...

In the third week of November, in the year 1895, a dense yellow fog settled down upon London. From the Monday to the Thursday I doubt whether it was ever possible from our windows in Baker Street to see the loom of the opposite...

The Adventure of the Cardboard Box is a classic Sherlock Holmes mystery story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. In choosing a few typical cases which illustrate the remarkable mental qualities of my friend, Sherlock Holmes, I have endeavoured, as far as possible, to select...

It was a blazing hot day in August. Baker Street was like an oven, and the glare of the sunlight upon the yellow brickwork of the house across the road was painful to the eye. It was hard to believe that these were the...

In recording from time to time some of the curious experiences and interesting recollections which I associate with my long and intimate friendship with Mr. Sherlock Holmes, I have continually been faced by difficulties caused by his own aversion to publicity. To his sombre...

"Well, Mrs. Warren, I cannot see that you have any particular cause for uneasiness, nor do I understand why I, whose time is of some value, should interfere in the matter. I really have other things to engage me." So spoke Sherlock Holmes and...

"My dear Watson, you know how bored I have been since we locked up Colonel Carruthers. My mind is like a racing engine, tearing itself to pieces because it is not connected up with the work for which it was built. Life is commonplace,...

Here, in one volume, are The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes. This brilliant collection features the original Sidney Paget illustrations, endpapers featuring a Victorian map of London, and hidden edges that will be fun for any sleuth-minded reader!Author: Sir...

This classic edition of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is perfect for all ages: it comes complete with the novel, plus an introduction providing context and a glossary explaining key terms. - Fantastic value for Conan Doyle's The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes book -...

Venture back in time to Victorian London to join literature's greatest detective team -- the brilliant Sherlock Holmes and his devoted assistant, Dr. Watson -- as they investigate a dozen of their best-known cases. Originally published in 1892, this is the first and best...

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is the series of short stories that made the fortunes of the Strand magazine, in which they were first published, and won immense popularity for Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson. The detective is at the height of his powers...

Experience the thrill and genius of the world's most famous detective--now available in an unabridged, illustrated hardcover edition. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes includes fan-favorite short stories such as "A Scandal in Bohemia," "The Red-Headed League," and "The Adventure of the Speckled Band." Thoughtful...

What would the genre of detective fiction be without the inimitable Sherlock Holmes? One can only speculate as to its state given the absence of its most famous character. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmeswas the first anthology of Sherlock Holmes stories and collected together...

Venture back in time to Victorian London to join literature's greatest detective team - the brilliant Sherlock Holmes and his devoted assistant, Dr. Watson - as they investigate a dozen of their best-known cases. Originally published in 1892, this is the first and best...

LITERATURE'S GREATEST DETECTIVE TEAM Travel back in time to 221B Baker Street in Victorian London and join the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal assistant, Dr. Watson as they engage in extraordinary investigations that have entertained and captivated readers for generations. Originally published...

The novel begins in the famous apartment 221B Baker Street, home to Sherlock Holmes who is visited by clients in need of assistance in resolving various issues. Unsurprisingly, Sherlock Holmes works his magic in order to find a logical solution to each mystery. Narrated...

No home library is complete without the classics! The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Other Stories brings together the essential works from Arthur Conan Doyle in an elegant, leather-bound, omnibus edition--a keepsake to be read and treasured. There is one literary detective who stands...

To Sherlock Holmes she is always the woman. I have seldom heard him mention her under any other name. In his eyes she eclipses and predominates the whole of her sex. It was not that he felt any emotion akin to love for Irene...

Delve deeper into the world of Sherlock Holmes! This intriguing scrapbook contains the files on which Watson based his later, elaborate accounts of Holmes's investigations, and includes Watson's sketches of the paw prints near Sir Charles Baskerville's body, Holmes's drawings and notes of the...