Sherlock Holmes: The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes (Sherlock Complete Set 9)
(Author) Arthur Conan DoyleDr Watson stops dead in his tracks when he reads of the attempt on his friend's life. It seems no one can escape the death and dread which infect Victorian England. The forces of nature turn against man, love breeds hatred and cowardice, mothers appear to attack their own children and Sherlock Holmes, the one man who can redress the balance, seemingly lies at death's door... The reader is held rapt once again with cases both enthralling and horrifying, before Holmes, the legendary detective, must finally go into retirement. [BOOK JACKET]
Arthur Conan Doyle
Arthur Conan Doyle was a British writer best known for creating the iconic detective character Sherlock Holmes. Born in 1859 in Edinburgh, Scotland, Doyle studied medicine before turning to writing. His most notable works include the Sherlock Holmes series, featuring novels such as "A Study in Scarlet" and "The Hound of the Baskervilles." Doyle's writing style is characterized by intricate plots, attention to detail, and sharp deductive reasoning. His contributions to literature include popularizing the detective genre and creating one of the most enduring and beloved characters in literary history. "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" is considered his most famous work and continues to captivate readers worldwide. Doyle's impact on the detective genre is immeasurable, and his legacy as a master storyteller lives on to this day.