Description: Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective created by British author Arthur Conan Doyle. He is beloved by generations of readers around the world. Referring to himself as a "consulting detective" in his stories, Holmes is known for his proficiency with observation, deduction, forensic science, and logical reasoning that borders on the fantastic, which he employs when investigating cases for a wide variety of clients, including Scotland Yard.The character Sherlock Holmes first appeared in print in 1887. His popularity became widespread with the first series of short stories in The Strand Magazine in 1891; additional tales appeared from then until 1927, eventually totaling four novels and 56 short stories. All but one are set in the Victorian or Edwardian eras between 1880 and 1914. Most are narrated by the character of Holmes's friend and biographer, Dr. John H. Watson, who usually accompanies Holmes during his investigations and often shares quarters with him at the address of 221B Baker Street, London, where many of the stories begin.The five volumes in this set include: A Study in Scarlet / The Sign of the Four (2 novels)His Last Bow (8 short stories)The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (12 short stories)The Case Book of Sherlock Holmes (12 short stories)The Return of Sherlock Holmes (13 short stories) Free shipping in the US. Note that 100% of the proceeds go to support our local library. Thanks for your support!
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Place of Publication: New York
Language: English
Special Attributes: Embossed blind medallion on the spines and covers
Author: Arthur Conan Doyle
Publisher: P.F. Collier & Son Company
Topic: Mystery, Crime
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Character Family: Sherlock Holmes