TITLE:The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

PUBLISHER:Harper Press

ISBN:9780007350834

DEC-INDEX :823.8

YEAR:2013

RESUME:"The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" is a collection of short stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, first published in 1892. The stories feature the famous detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal friend and assistant, Dr. John Watson, as they solve a series of complex and intriguing mysteries. The stories in the collection are known for their intricate plots, clever deductions, and memorable characters, and are widely regarded as some of the finest examples of the detective fiction genre. The character of Sherlock Holmes has become a cultural icon and has had a profound influence on popular culture, inspiring countless adaptations, parodies, and imitators. The collection includes some of the most famous and beloved Sherlock Holmes stories, such as "A Scandal in Bohemia," "The Red-Headed League," and "The Adventure of the Speckled Band." The stories continue to captivate readers and are studied in literature and popular culture courses around the world. Overall, "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" is a timeless and enduring collection of stories that has had a lasting impact on the detective fiction genre and on popular culture as a whole.

N_PAGES:318

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