Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: Illustrated
Doyle, Arthur Conan
"Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a collection of detective stories written in the late 19th century. The book features the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes and his friend Dr. John Watson, as they tackle a series of intriguing cases filled with mysteries and clever deductions. This collection solidified Holmes' reputation as one of literature’s most celebrated fictional detectives.  The opening of "Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" introduces us to the formidable detective's intriguing relationship with Irene Adler, referred to by Holmes as "the woman." Dr. Watson reflects on his past friendship with Holmes and his ongoing fascination with crime-solving, which drives Holmes into a new case involving the King of Bohemia. As the narrative unfolds, the King expresses his concern about a compromising photograph held by Irene, prompting Holmes to take on the challenge of retrieving it. The beginning sets the stage for a blend of intellect, intrigue, and the first glimpse of Holmes' exceptional deductive skills. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Detective and mystery stories, English Holmes, Sherlock (Fictitious character) -- Fiction Private investigators -- England -- Fiction
Category: British Literature Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery Category: Short Stories