A Study in Scarlet, and, the Sign of the Four
Title | A Study in Scarlet, and, the Sign of the Four PDF eBook |
Author | Arthur Conan Doyle |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 316 |
Release | 1904 |
Genre | Detective and mystery stories, English |
ISBN |
A Study in Scarlet
Title | A Study in Scarlet PDF eBook |
Author | Arthur Conan Doyle |
Publisher | Modern Library |
Total Pages | 162 |
Release | 2007-12-18 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 0307430480 |
Introduction by Anne Perry Includes newly commissioned endnotes In 1887, a young Arthur Conan Doyle published A Study in Scarlet, creating an international icon in the quick-witted sleuth Sherlock Holmes. In this very first Holmes mystery, the detective introduces himself to Dr. John H. Watson with the puzzling line “You have been in Afghanistan, I perceive,” and so begins Watson’s, and the world’s, fascination with this enigmatic character. In A Study in Scarlet, Doyle presents two equally perplexing mysteries for Holmes to solve: one a murder that takes place in the shadowy outskirts of London, in a locked room where the haunting word Rache is written upon the wall, the other a kidnapping set in the American West. Picking up the “scarlet thread of murder running through the colourless skein of life,” Holmes demonstrates his uncanny knack for finding the truth, tapping into powers of deduction that still captivate readers today.
Using Psychology
Title | Using Psychology PDF eBook |
Author | Morris K. Holland |
Publisher | Little Brown |
Total Pages | 278 |
Release | 1980 |
Genre | Psychology |
ISBN |
Tales of Sherlock Holmes
Title | Tales of Sherlock Holmes PDF eBook |
Author | Arthur Conan Doyle |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 460 |
Release | 1906 |
Genre | Detective and mystery stories, English |
ISBN |
A Study in Scarlet
Title | A Study in Scarlet PDF eBook |
Author | Arthur Conan Doyle |
Publisher | BEYOND BOOKS HUB |
Total Pages | 144 |
Release | 2021-01-01 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN |
♥♥A Study in Scarlet Arthur Conan Doyle♥♥ A Study in Scarlet is an 1887 detective novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle. The story marks the first appearance of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, who would become the most famous detective duo in literature. ♥♥A Study in Scarlet Arthur Conan Doyle♥♥ The book's title derives from a speech given by Holmes, a consulting detective, to his friend and chronicler Watson on the nature of his work, in which he describes the story's murder investigation as his "study in scarlet": "There's the scarlet thread of murder running through the colourless skein of life, and our duty is to unravel it, and isolate it, and expose every inch of it." ♥♥A Study in Scarlet Arthur Conan Doyle♥♥ The story, and its main characters, attracted little public interest when it first appeared. Only 11 complete copies of the magazine in which the story first appeared, Beeton's Christmas Annual for 1887, are known to exist now and they have considerable value. Although Conan Doyle wrote 56 short stories featuring Holmes, A Study in Scarlet is one of only four full-length novels in the original canon. ♥♥A Study in Scarlet Arthur Conan Doyle♥♥ The novel was followed by The Sign of the Four, published in 1890. A Study in Scarlet was the first work of detective fiction to incorporate the magnifying glass as an investigative tool.
A STUDY IN SCARLET (Classic English)
Title | A STUDY IN SCARLET (Classic English) PDF eBook |
Author | Arthur Conan Doyle |
Publisher | BEYOND BOOKS HUB |
Total Pages | 259 |
Release | 2021-01-01 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN |
A Study in Scarlet (1887) marks the debut of the very gifted and eccentric detective Sherlock Holmes, and his close friend and chronicler, Dr. Watson – two of the most well-known characters in crime fiction. It was the first of four novels featuring the duo and was followed by The Sign of the Four (1890) The book itself was amazing and the style of writing also commendable. The story itself sees an ‘unlucky’ Dr. John Watson trying to find a place for himself after returning to England following injury and sickness that has invalided him out of the army medical core. Finding accommodation in the capital to be a little more than he can afford he is introduced by a mutual friend to another in the same situation, the slightly unusual Sherlock Holmes. Although Watson recognizes there is a strangeness to Holmes he is attracted to the man’s observations and eccentricities and the two end up sharing rooms at 221B Baker Street. A STUDY IN SCARLET: Holmes, it would seem is a consulting detective, spending all his time learning bits and pieces from countless disciplines in order to make himself not just good, but one of the best in the field, something that combined with his mind make him excellent. He is aware of his genius but does not feel the need to boast about it, more than happy to let others take credit for his work. It would seem as long as a few people like Watson know and accept the truth then he is happy. Even so, it seems as though he is getting bored of what he is doing, very rarely seeing the need to leave the house to investigate, but when he is presented with a more than the interesting case and with a little cajoling from Watson he begins to investigate what becomes their first case together. The mystery is that of a dead body in an empty house, with no sign of violence, but a message written in blood on the wall in another room brings opens a mystery that seems almost impossible to solve… It goes without saying that Holmes manages to solve it and in an entertaining style. Conan-Doyle is a great storyteller, keeping the reader enthralled and bringing them back again and again so that the pages seem to fly by! The world of which he is writing is modern to him, so there are some lovely touches that help open the world to another time for us. A STUDY IN SCARLET
Sherlock Holmes For Dummies
Title | Sherlock Holmes For Dummies PDF eBook |
Author | Steven Doyle |
Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | 384 |
Release | 2010-03-22 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 0470484446 |
Get a comprehensive guide to this important literary figure and his author. A classic literary character, Sherlock Holmes has fascinated readers for decades -- from his repartee with Dr. Watson and his unparalleled powers of deduction to the settings, themes, and villains of the stories. Now, this friendly guide offers a clear introduction to this beloved figure and his author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, presenting new insight into the detective stories and crime scene analysis that have has made Sherlock Holmes famous. Inside you'll find easy-to-understand yet thorough information on the characters, recurring themes, and locations, and social context of the Sherlock Holmes stories, the relationship of these stories to literature, and the forensics and detective work they feature. You'll also learn about the life of the author. Better understand and enjoy this influential literary character with this plain-English guide. Gain insight on these classic Doyle tales -- from the classic Hound of the Baskervilles to the lesser-known short stories to Holmes stories written by other mystery writers. Explore the appearance of Sherlock Holmes on film, TV, and stage. Examine Holmes today -- from the ever-expanding network of fans worldwide to story locations that fans can visit. It's elementary! Sherlock Holmes For Dummies is an indispensable guide for students and fans alike!