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Sherlock Holmes: The Novels: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)

This volume brings together the four novels that form the core of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series: A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of the Four, The Hound of the Baskervilles, and The Valley of Fear. Published as part of the Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition line, the book offers a comprehensive reading experience of Holmes's most extended cases, from his first meeting with Dr. John Watson to the haunting mystery on the Devonshire moors. The edition typically includes authoritative texts, annotations, and supplementary materials that provide context for the stories' Victorian setting and enduring literary significance. more

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Arthur Conan Doyle
Arthur Conan Doyle

Arthur Conan Doyle, born on May 22, 1859 in Edinburgh, Scotland, was a renowned Scottish physician and writer. He is best known for his creation of the Sherlock Holmes series of detective novels, which have had a profound impact on the development of detective fiction and played a crucial role in shaping modern detective culture. more

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