Sherlock Holmes: Complete Novels & Stories in One Volume

Enriched edition. A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of Four, The Hound of the Baskervilles, The Valley of Fear…By Arthur Conan Doyle
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Arthur Conan Doyle's 'Sherlock Holmes: Complete Novels & Stories in One Volume' is a compendium of the iconic detective's adventures, showcasing Doyle's masterful storytelling and keen eye for detail. Through the collection of novels and short stories, readers are introduced to the enigmatic Sherlock Holmes and his loyal companion Dr. John Watson as they solve mysteries and outwit criminals in Victorian England. Doyle's prose is elegant and precise, with the detective's deductive reasoning captivating readers and keeping them on the edge of their seats. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the literary world of the late 19th century, where crime fiction was gaining popularity and detective stories were in vogue. Arthur Conan Doyle, a former physician, drew inspiration for Sherlock Holmes from his own medical experiences and his fascination with logic and deduction. His background in science and medicine is evident in the meticulous attention to detail and realism present in the detective's investigations. Doyle's creation of the character of Holmes revolutionized the detective genre and laid the foundation for the modern mystery novel. Fans of mystery, detective fiction, and classic literature will undoubtedly find 'Sherlock Holmes: Complete Novels & Stories in One Volume' an essential addition to their library. Doyle's timeless tales continue to captivate audiences with their clever plot twists, memorable characters, and enduring appeal. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

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Rating★★★★★ 4.6 (272.6K)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon, LibraryThing, StoryGraph
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length94 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Sherlock Holmes: Complete Novels & Stories in One Volume
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6Introduction
7An Intimate Study of Sherlock Holmes
8Novels
9A Study in Scarlet
10Part I. Being a Reprint from the Reminiscences of John H. Watson, M.D., Late of the Army Medical Department
11Part II. The Country of the Saints
12The Sign of Four
13Chapter I. The Science of Deduction
14Chapter II. The Statement of the Case
15Chapter III. In Quest of a Solution
16Chapter IV. The Story of the Bald-Headed Man
17Chapter V. The Tragedy of Pondicherry Lodge
18Chapter VI. Sherlock Holmes Gives a Demonstration
19Chapter VII. The Episode of the Barrel
20Chapter VIII. The Baker Street Irregulars
21Chapter IX. A Break in the Chain
22Chapter X. The End of the Islander
23Chapter XI. The Great Agra Treasure
24Chapter XII. The Strange Story of Jonathan Small
25The Hound of the Baskervilles (pt. 1)
26The Hound of the Baskervilles (pt. 2)
27The Hound of the Baskervilles (pt. 3)
28The Valley of Fear
29Part 1. The Tragedy of Birlstone
30Chapter 1. The Warning
31Chapter 2. Sherlock Holmes Discourses
32Chapter 3. The Tragedy of Birlstone
33Chapter 4. Darkness
34Chapter 5. The People of the Drama
35Chapter 6. A Dawning Light
36Chapter 7. The Solution
37Part 2. The Scowrers
38Chapter 1. The Man
39Chapter 2. The Bodymaster
40Chapter 3. Lodge 341, Vermissa
41Chapter 4. The Valley of Fear
42Chapter 5. The Darkest Hour
43Chapter 6. Danger
44Chapter 7. The Trapping of Birdy Edwards
45Short Stories
46The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (pt. 1)
47The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (pt. 2)
48The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (pt. 3)
49The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (pt. 4)
50The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (pt. 5)
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