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“From the first day I met her, she was the only woman to me. Every day of that voyage I loved her more, and many a time since have I kneeled down in the darkness of the night watch and kissed the deck of that ship because I knew her dear feet had trod it. She was never engaged to me. She treated me as fairly as ever a woman treated a man. I have no complaint to make. It was all love on my side, and all good comradeship and friendship on hers. When we parted she was a free woman, but I could never again be a free man.”

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Book:The Return of Sherlock Holmes
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The Return of Sherlock Holmes

This book is a compilation of twelve short stories that showcase the intellectual prowess and deductive reasoning of the renowned detective Sherlock Holmes. These tales delve into a variety of intriguing cases, showcasing Holmes's exceptional ability to unravel complex situations through meticulous observation and logical analysis. 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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