Bøger af Arthur Conan Doyle

First published in 1896 ‘Rodney Stone’ is the coming-of-age story of two young friends by the famous Sherlock Holmes author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Sailor’s son Rodney Stone is keen to follow in his absent father’s footsteps and embark on a life at sea, while his friend Boy Jim, the son of a blacksmith, wants nothing more than to become a successful bare-knuckle boxer. Ostensibly a story about growing up, in true Conan Doyle style there is also plenty of intriguing drama and mystery along the way.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British author, best known as the creator of the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, he was educated in England and Austria before studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh. It was during his time at university that Doyle began writing short stories, submitting them to magazines and journals. His first Sherlock Holmes novel, ‘A Study in Scarlet’ was written in just three weeks and published in 1887 to favourable reviews, and more Sherlock adventures followed. By 1893, Doyle was growing tired of Sherlock and attempted to kill him off in the story ‘The Final Problem’, but public outcry caused him to resurrect the famous detective. He featured in a total of 56 short stories and four novels along with his trusty sidekick Dr Watson and made Doyle one of the best-paid authors of the time. The stories have been adapted multiple times; most recently in the successful BBC series ‘Sherlock’ starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Later literary works included the Professor Challenger series which began with ‘The Lost World’, in which Challenger sets out to find evidence of prehistoric life. The book inspired numerous adaptations, including the films ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Lost World’. In later life Doyle became captivated by the world of spiritualism and the occult and published non-fiction works about his beliefs including ‘The Coming of the Fairies’. Arthur Conan Doyle died at home in 1930.

‘Round the Fire Stories’ is a collection of seventeen short stories by the renowned author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Tales in the collection include ‘The Man with the Watches’, ‘The Beetle Hunter’ and ‘The Sealed Room’. Many of the stories have a hint of Sherlock Holmes to them, and there are also enough ghost stories, devious crimes, and sudden disappearances in this gripping collection to please all Conan Doyle fans.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British author, best known as the creator of the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, he was educated in England and Austria before studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh. It was during his time at university that Doyle began writing short stories, submitting them to magazines and journals. His first Sherlock Holmes novel, ‘A Study in Scarlet’ was written in just three weeks and published in 1887 to favourable reviews, and more Sherlock adventures followed. By 1893, Doyle was growing tired of Sherlock and attempted to kill him off in the story ‘The Final Problem’, but public outcry caused him to resurrect the famous detective. He featured in a total of 56 short stories and four novels along with his trusty sidekick Dr Watson and made Doyle one of the best-paid authors of the time. The stories have been adapted multiple times; most recently in the successful BBC series ‘Sherlock’ starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Later literary works included the Professor Challenger series which began with ‘The Lost World’, in which Challenger sets out to find evidence of prehistoric life. The book inspired numerous adaptations, including the films ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Lost World’. In later life Doyle became captivated by the world of spiritualism and the occult and published non-fiction works about his beliefs including ‘The Coming of the Fairies’. Arthur Conan Doyle died at home in 1930.

Originally published in 1892, ‘The Great Shadow’ is a story set during the Napoleonic war by world-famous author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Narrator Jack Colder reflects back on his life – from his rural, coastal upbringing on the Scottish-English border, through his boarding school years and ultimately to his participation in the Battle of Waterloo, one of the most infamous conflicts of all time. Full of suspense and danger, there is also time for romance in this gripping historical novel by the popular Sherlock Holmes author.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British author, best known as the creator of the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, he was educated in England and Austria before studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh. It was during his time at university that Doyle began writing short stories, submitting them to magazines and journals. His first Sherlock Holmes novel, ‘A Study in Scarlet’ was written in just three weeks and published in 1887 to favourable reviews, and more Sherlock adventures followed. By 1893, Doyle was growing tired of Sherlock and attempted to kill him off in the story ‘The Final Problem’, but public outcry caused him to resurrect the famous detective. He featured in a total of 56 short stories and four novels along with his trusty sidekick Dr Watson and made Doyle one of the best-paid authors of the time. The stories have been adapted multiple times; most recently in the successful BBC series ‘Sherlock’ starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Later literary works included the Professor Challenger series which began with ‘The Lost World’, in which Challenger sets out to find evidence of prehistoric life. The book inspired numerous adaptations, including the films ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Lost World’. In later life Doyle became captivated by the world of spiritualism and the occult and published non-fiction works about his beliefs including ‘The Coming of the Fairies’. Arthur Conan Doyle died at home in 1930.

‘The Green Flag’ is a collection of short stories from the much-loved ‘Sherlock Holmes’ author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. First published in 1895, stories in the collection include archaeology thriller ‘The New Catacomb’, pirate tale ‘Captain Sharkey’ and the suspenseful ‘The Lord of Chateau Noir’. An enjoyable collection from the prolific author.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British author, best known as the creator of the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, he was educated in England and Austria before studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh. It was during his time at university that Doyle began writing short stories, submitting them to magazines and journals. His first Sherlock Holmes novel, ‘A Study in Scarlet’ was written in just three weeks and published in 1887 to favourable reviews, and more Sherlock adventures followed. By 1893, Doyle was growing tired of Sherlock and attempted to kill him off in the story ‘The Final Problem’, but public outcry caused him to resurrect the famous detective. He featured in a total of 56 short stories and four novels along with his trusty sidekick Dr Watson and made Doyle one of the best-paid authors of the time. The stories have been adapted multiple times; most recently in the successful BBC series ‘Sherlock’ starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Later literary works included the Professor Challenger series which began with ‘The Lost World’, in which Challenger sets out to find evidence of prehistoric life. The book inspired numerous adaptations, including the films ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Lost World’. In later life Doyle became captivated by the world of spiritualism and the occult and published non-fiction works about his beliefs including ‘The Coming of the Fairies’. Arthur Conan Doyle died at home in 1930.

First published in 1921, ‘The Wanderings of a Spiritualist’ is a personal account of spiritualism by the ‘Sherlock Holmes’ author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Doyle had publicly professed his belief in spiritualism some years earlier and was a keen proponent of the movement despite much public opposition and ridicule. ‘The Wanderings of a Spiritualist’ recounts the spiritualist lecture tour of New Zealand and Australia which Doyle undertook in the early 1920s. In it, he describes in detail the places he visited and the people he met and intersperses his travel accounts with his thoughts and beliefs on spiritualism. A fascinating insight into the mind of the world-famous author in the latter stages of his life.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British author, best known as the creator of the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, he was educated in England and Austria before studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh. It was during his time at university that Doyle began writing short stories, submitting them to magazines and journals. His first Sherlock Holmes novel, ‘A Study in Scarlet’ was written in just three weeks and published in 1887 to favourable reviews, and more Sherlock adventures followed. By 1893, Doyle was growing tired of Sherlock and attempted to kill him off in the story ‘The Final Problem’, but public outcry caused him to resurrect the famous detective. He featured in a total of 56 short stories and four novels along with his trusty sidekick Dr Watson and made Doyle one of the best-paid authors of the time. The stories have been adapted multiple times; most recently in the successful BBC series ‘Sherlock’ starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Later literary works included the Professor Challenger series which began with ‘The Lost World’, in which Challenger sets out to find evidence of prehistoric life. The book inspired numerous adaptations, including the films ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Lost World’. In later life Doyle became captivated by the world of spiritualism and the occult and published non-fiction works about his beliefs including ‘The Coming of the Fairies’. Arthur Conan Doyle died at home in 1930.

Um grupo de amigos acolhe hesitantemente um novo participante para a sessão espírita: o francês Paul Le Duc. Ele é um estudante de ocultismo bastante conhecido, um médium, um visionário, um místico... Os amigos acabam por aceitar o visitante, mas a sessão tornou-se cada vez mais assustadora e perigosa...Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Dr. Hamilton vê o anúncio de um estranho trabalho no jornal. Três condições são necessárias para trabalhar: uma formação médica, um físico forte e um vasto conhecimento em besouros... Apesar dessas estranhas exigências, Hamilton postula. A missão é acompanhar Lord Linchmere durante uma noite na casa de Sir Thomas Rossiter, um entomologista bastante conhecido...Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

O jovem John é convidado a ajudar um tio que nunca conheceu. Ele hesita pois seu tio tem uma terrível reputação e não manteve contato com sua família há muitos anos. Apesar disso, John aceita o pedido incomum e inicia sua viagem, mas começa a ficar preocupado quando percebe que está sendo perseguido por marinheiros misteriosos...Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Devido ao seu grande interesse pelo ocultismo, o jovem Lionel Dacre reuniu uma enorme biblioteca de literatura ocultista e muitos itens misteriosos. Um desses itens é um funil de couro ao lado do qual o jovem dorme. O estranho é que em seus sonhos, Lionel pode ver exatamente como o funil foi usado... Ele estaria ficando louco? O jovem decide testar sua teoria com um amigo. Será que seu amigo será capaz de ter os mesmos sonhos?Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

O capitão de um navio visita uma ilha remota e misteriosa. As pessoas da região se assustam com um demônio perigoso que leva humanos... O que está por trás desta crença inquietante? Infelizmente, é isso que vai descobrir o capitão que fica preso na tanoaria sem saber que o verdadeiro horror surgirá ao amanhecer...Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Após meses procurando trabalho, Harold Weld finalmente encontra um cargo na Lea House Academy. Mas há uma estranha exigência: o professor que aceitar o cargo deve ter um bom temperamento imperturbável. Harold aceita prontamente, mas fica bastante curioso quando descobre que os professores anteriores fugiram da escola tão rapidamente que nem sequer voltaram para buscar seus salários... Quais mistérios se escondem entre os muros dessa escola?Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Um sombrio homem de negócios freta um trem especial para chegar o mais rápido possível a Paris. Ele carrega com ele material incriminatório de muitos políticos de alto e baixo nível... Mas o trem especial e seus passageiros desaparecem de repente sem deixar rastros! Quem estaria por trás dessa façanha nunca vista antes?Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Quando o trem para, faltam três passageiros e um jovem é encontrado morto numa carruagem vazia... Não há nenhuma maneira de identificar o defunto e ninguém se lembrava de tê-lo visto antes. Além disso, um mistério pairava no ar: o jovem carregava seis relógios valiosos de fabricação americana. Por que tinha tantos relógios consigo? Como poderia ser ele um ladrão se estava tão elegantemente vestido?Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Uma antiga preciosidade judaica de imenso valor foi roubada do museu! Antes do roubo ocorrer, o curador recebeu uma carta anônima alertando-o sobre as falhas de segurança do museu... O remetente seria o ladrão? Com a ajuda de um grande amigo, o curador tenta encontrar o culpado entre seus funcionários.Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Na calada da noite, a criada Martha Woods ouve um grito estridente... Será que algo aconteceu com o doutor Lana? Apesar da luz de sua sala da sua sala de estudos continuar acesa a noite inteira, o doutor não responde... Quando percebem que a luva caída no chão é na verdade a mão de um homem morto, surge um grande mistério: quem matou o Doutor Negro?Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Sir Dominick Holden decidiu se mudar para uma bela propriedade e aproveitar sua tão merecida aposentadoria. Mas ele está longe de encontrar descanso e paz em seu novo lar: a mansão é assombrada pela aparição de um homem sinistro... O que ele quer? Aterrorizados, eles percebem que o fantasma não tem uma das mãos! Será essa a chave o mistério?Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Desesperado por dinheiro, o jovem Marshall visita seu primo Everard, que voltou recentemente do Brasil para a Inglaterra. Para a surpresa de Marshall, Everard trouxe com ele animais e pássaros bastante diferentes, sendo o gato brasileiro o mais intrigante deles... Mas logo Marshall descobrirá os horrores que lhe reserva a famosa criatura!Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

Durante a Rebelião dos Boxers na China, um grupo de pessoas está esperando por sua libertação numa cidade sitiada há quatro dias. As provisões estavam chegando ao fim e o sentimento de desespero crescia... Então, eles lembram que ainda havia um pote de caviar que haviam conservado para celebrar a sonhada libertação. Mas... E se as tropas de resgate não chegarem a tempo? Será que deveriam aproveitar o caviar agora enquanto ainda estão vivos? Ou seria melhor guardar para quando estivessem em liberdade?Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) foi um escritor e médico britânico de origem escocesa. Apesar de ser um escritor prolífico de obras de não ficção, principalmente na área do espiritismo e dos conflitos armados, ele é reconhecido mundialmente pela genialidade e criatividade presentes nas inúmeras aventuras do detetive Sherlock Holmes. As histórias desse detetive revolucionaram a construção narrativa da literatura criminal e continuam a inspirar obras de ficção no mundo inteiro.A inteligência sublime de Sherlock Holmes e o companheirismo do doutor Watson foram fonte de inspiração para o filme clássico "Os Cães de Baskervilles" (1959), o filme "Sherlock Holmes: O Jogo de Sombras" (2011) estrelando Robert Downey Jr. e Jude Law, bem como a série de televisão "Sherlock" (2010) da BBC, estrelando Benedict Cumberbatch e Martin Freeman.

"The Captain of the Pole Star & Other Tales" is a collection of ten short stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, comprising various themes and topics. From the melodramatic "John Huxford’s Hiatus" and the openly humorous "The Great Keinplatz Experiment", to the frozen and chilling journal entries of "The Captain of the Pole Star" and the gothic "The Man from Archangel". Conan Doyle’s tales present people thrust in to the strange and supernatural, as well as offering a richly descriptive psychological insight in to his characters . No Sherlock Holmes this time, as the protagonists are left to solve the puzzles in front of them, on their own. For fans of the mysterious, the inexplicable and the bizarre this collection of short stories from one of the greatest literary minds, is a must read.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) a literary titan known the world over for his ingenious and intricate literary creations. Born in Scotland he would go on to become a trained physician and serve with the army in the bloody Second Boer war. Drawing on his depth of personal experience and the intriguing characters in his life, Conan Doyle would create one of the most iconic duos in literary and pop-culture history in Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson. He would write over fifty short stories and four novels starring the duo that continue to captivate and inspire to this day. Apart from his iconic duo, Conan Doyle wrote thirty novels on science fiction, fantasy, historical novels, poetry and plays. You owe it to yourself to experience the foundation of many of the genres you hold dear today, by delving in to the veritable treasure trove of Conan Doyle’s creations.

11 spannende Fälle des weltberühmten Detektivs Sherlock Holmes, die es zu lösen gilt: Sherlock Holmes erzählt seinem Gefährten Dr. Watson unter anderem von einem seiner ersten Fälle rund um ein mysteriöses Ritual auf dem Familiensitz der Musgraves. Außerdem bittet Hopfenhändler Grant Munro um Hilfe: Im Fenster eines leerstehenden Hauses erblickt er ein schreckenerregendes Gesicht...Zu guter Letzt müssen sich Holmes und Watson einem besonders gefährlichen Gegner stellen. An den berühmten Reichenbachfällen in der Schweiz kommt es zur finalen Begegnung mit dem gefährlichsten Verbrecher Europas.Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) gilt als einer der bekanntesten britischen Schriftsteller. Seine Erzählungen um den Detektiv Sherlock Holmes und seinen Freund Dr. John Watson machten ihn weltberühmt und erfreuen sich bis heute großer Beliebtheit. 1859 in Edinburgh geboren, studierte er Medizin und reiste als Schiffsarzt in die Arktis und nach Afrika. Er führte eine Arztpraxis in Portsmouth und begann nebenbei mit dem Schreiben von ersten Erzählungen, bevor er 1886 mit seinem ersten Sherlock-Holmes-Roman, „Eine Studie in Scharlachrot" begann und damit den Grundstein für seine literarische Karriere legte.

Alexander Holder, socio principal de la asociación bancaria mas prestigiosas de todo Londres, acude a la oficina de Sherlock Holmes requiriendo su ayuda inmediata.Alexander ha sido victima de una estafa, un robo y una mentira. El corre el riesgo de perder su puesto ya que la diadema de berilos, una de las joyas mas reconocidas del imperio Ingles a desaparecido de su propio hogar.Su banco a realizado un gigantesco préstamo a un hombre misterioso, el cual entrego la diadema como comprobante de pago. Alexander Holder no la encuentra y antes de que esto salga a la luz publica, usará sus recursos para contratar a Holmes.Atrévete a escuchar como Sherlock Holmes y el Dr. Watson deducen con el tiempo en su contra este misterioso robo.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle fue un famoso escritor y físico escocés nacido en 1859. Sus obras de crimen y ficción catapultaron su fama a nivel global, sus textos se encuentran traducidos en una inmensa variedad de idiomas y gracias a su trabajo, una variedad de películas y series han sido producidas al público.Entre sus mayores obras se encuentran la gran variedad de cuentos policiales sobre Sherlock Holmes y cuentos de ciencia ficción sobre el profesor Challenger.

"The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes" is a collection of 12 short stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, the final one being the tragic and tearful "The Final Problem". Offering pretty good mysteries and fast-paced action, the collection poses baffling problems and highly sophisticated situations where Holmes has to harness his full deductive potential to solve the puzzle. Doyle has done a great job painting a pretty realistic and humane portrait of Holmes as a person of flesh and blood, not some detective demigod. Definitely recommendable to fans of Arthur Conan Doyle and genre aficionados.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Scotland and studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. After his studies, he worked as a ship’s surgeon on various boats. During the Second Boer War, he was an army doctor in South Africa. When he came back to the United Kingdom, he opened his own practice and started writing crime books. He is best known for his thrilling stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. He published four novels and more than 50 short-stories starring the detective and Dr Watson, and they play an important role in the history of crime fiction. Other than the Sherlock Holmes series, Doyle wrote around thirty more books, in genres such as science-fiction, fantasy, historical novels, but also poetry, plays, and non-fiction.

Dr. Watson is still in mourning, when his best friend, presumed dead till now, appears in his office. And thank God he is back – for there is work to be done, and Scotland Yard is in dire need of a helping hand. "The Return of Sherlock Holmes" comprises 13 detective stories where our characters have to solve difficult puzzles, outsmart intelligent criminals, or find the missing piece in complicated mysteries. It is a strongly emotional collection of fast-paced narration and breathtaking escapades. Recommended to fans of the genre.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Scotland and studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. After his studies, he worked as a ship’s surgeon on various boats. During the Second Boer War, he was an army doctor in South Africa. When he came back to the United Kingdom, he opened his own practice and started writing crime books. He is best known for his thrilling stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. He published four novels and more than 50 short-stories starring the detective and Dr Watson, and they play an important role in the history of crime fiction. Other than the Sherlock Holmes series, Doyle wrote around thirty more books, in genres such as science-fiction, fantasy, historical novels, but also poetry, plays, and non-fiction.

Mr. Percy Phelps, a Foreign Office employee, is desperate. An important naval treaty disappeared while he was working with it during one late night in the office. Phelps reaches out to his old schoolmate, Holmes, and asks for his help. A long and exhausting investigation begins. But it is a matter of time for the treaty to be divulged to a foreign government. Will Holmes solve the case in time? Will Phelps win his good reputation back?"The Adventure of the Naval Treaty" is a part of "The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes".Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Scotland and studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. After his studies, he worked as a ship’s surgeon on various boats. During the Second Boer War, he was an army doctor in South Africa. When he came back to the United Kingdom, he opened his own practice and started writing crime books. He is best known for his thrilling stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. He published four novels and more than 50 short-stories starring the detective and Dr Watson, and they play an important role in the history of crime fiction. Other than the Sherlock Holmes series, Doyle wrote around thirty more books, in genres such as science-fiction, fantasy, historical novels, but also poetry, plays, and non-fiction.

"e;His Last Bow"e; is a collection of eight short-stories about the adventures of the detective Sherlock Holmes. Here are tales of murder, abductions, stolen information, and secrets. We follow Holmes as he endeavours to solve each of these mysteries. The collection includes: "e;The Adventure of Wisteria Lodge"e; (1908)"e;The Adventure of the Cardboard Box"e; (1892)"e;The Adventure of the Red Circle"e; (1911)"e;The Adventure of the Bruce-Partington Plans"e; (1908)"e;The Adventure of the Dying Detective"e; (1913)"e;The Disappearance of Lady Frances Carfax"e; (1911)"e;The Adventure of the Devil's Foot"e; (1910)"e;His Last Bow. The War Service of Sherlock Holmes"e; (1917)-

Arthur Conan Doyle’s second novel featuring Sherlock Holmes, "The Sign of Four" revolves around a blood pact between four convicts in India about a stolen treasure. Holmes is sitting in his armchair in a drug-induced monotony, and Dr. Watson prays for a miracle to get him out of the stupor. The answer to his prayers come in the face of a young woman, whose father goes missing. A complex plot, mysterious characters and even more mysterious happenings turn the novel into a pleasant read, perfect for Sherlock Holmes’ aficionados and detective fiction enthusiasts.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Scotland and studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. After his studies, he worked as a ship’s surgeon on various boats. During the Second Boer War, he was an army doctor in South Africa. When he came back to the United Kingdom, he opened his own practice and started writing crime books. He is best known for his thrilling stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. He published four novels and more than 50 short-stories starring the detective and Dr Watson, and they play an important role in the history of crime fiction. Other than the Sherlock Holmes series, Doyle wrote around thirty more books, in genres such as science-fiction, fantasy, historical novels, but also poetry, plays, and non-fiction.

"The Valley of Fear" is the last novel by Arthur Conan Doyle where the reader meets Sherlock Holmes, the famous detective. He and Doctor Watson arrive to a country manor to investigate a possible murder. After receiving a coded message, Holmes links the murder to the name in the message. Clue by clue, our friends get closer to Holmes’ arch enemy Professor Moriarty. It is a brilliantly executed mystery, riddled with sufficient evidence and compelling, plot-driven structure. Detective fiction enthusiasts will not be disappointed.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Scotland and studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. After his studies, he worked as a ship’s surgeon on various boats. During the Second Boer War, he was an army doctor in South Africa. When he came back to the United Kingdom, he opened his own practice and started writing crime books. He is best known for his thrilling stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. He published four novels and more than 50 short-stories starring the detective and Dr Watson, and they play an important role in the history of crime fiction. Other than the Sherlock Holmes series, Doyle wrote around thirty more books, in genres such as science-fiction, fantasy, historical novels, but also poetry, plays, and non-fiction.

John McFarlane, a young solicitor, got himself in a mess which could cost him his future. He is afraid that he is about to be arrested for the murder of Jonas Oldacre, a builder who he met a day earlier. The only option McFarlene sees is to get to Holmes and Watson fastest possible before the police find him. Just as John manages to explain his situation to the two friends, the police burst in the room and arrest him. Is John’s life doomed to failure or Holmes and Watson will save the day?"The Adventure of the Norwood Builder" is a part of "The Return of Sherlock Holmes".Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Scotland and studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. After his studies, he worked as a ship’s surgeon on various boats. During the Second Boer War, he was an army doctor in South Africa. When he came back to the United Kingdom, he opened his own practice and started writing crime books. He is best known for his thrilling stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. He published four novels and more than 50 short-stories starring the detective and Dr Watson, and they play an important role in the history of crime fiction. Other than the Sherlock Holmes series, Doyle wrote around thirty more books, in genres such as science-fiction, fantasy, historical novels, but also poetry, plays, and non-fiction.

Smith, a University of Oxford athlete, witnesses strange things. Edward, a student in Egyptology, collects ancient artefacts, a mummy as well. Not only does he collect them, but Smith suspects that Edward is trying to reanimate the mummy. His suspicions grow bigger when he sees the mummy disappear and then reappear. Will Smith confront Edward and what will follow after that? Is it actually possible to reanimate an artefact or it is simply fruit of imagination? Who will make it out alive – Smith, Edward, or the mummy? "Lot No. 249" holds the answers.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Scotland and studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. After his studies, he worked as a ship’s surgeon on various boats. During the Second Boer War, he was an army doctor in South Africa. When he came back to the United Kingdom, he opened his own practice and started writing crime books. He is best known for his thrilling stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. He published four novels and more than 50 short-stories starring the detective and Dr Watson, and they play an important role in the history of crime fiction. Other than the Sherlock Holmes series, Doyle wrote around thirty more books, in genres such as science-fiction, fantasy, historical novels, but also poetry, plays, and non-fiction.

Mycroft, el talentoso hermano mayor de Sherlock Holmes necesita de su ayuda.Su vecino griego le informó que sirvió de interprete en una situación ilegal. El interprete prestó sus servicios lingüísticos sin previamente entender el contexto en el cual se estaba involucrando. Fue obligado a trabajar dentro de un secuestro en donde la claridad en la información no existe, en donde la opresión y el misterio son pilares de lo ocurrido mientras el griego solo cumplió con su trabajo.Anímate a escuchar como los hermanos Holmes junto con el Dr. Watson revelan la verdad este caso.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle fue un famoso escritor y físico escocés nacido en 1859. Sus obras de crimen y ficción catapultaron su fama a nivel global. Sus textos se encuentran traducidos en una inmensa variedad de idiomas y gracias a su trabajo, una variedad de películas y series han sido producidas al público.Entre sus mayores obras se encuentran la gran variedad de cuentos policiales sobre Sherlock Holmes y cuentos de ciencia ficción sobre el profesor Challenger.