The Sign of the Four (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket) - Doyle, Arthur Conan
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Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket A cryptic letter, a long-lost treasure, and a secret pact forged in blood-Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are about to step into one of their most dangerous cases yet. When the intelligent and composed Mary Morstan arrives at 221B Baker Street, she brings a mystery wrapped in pearls and shadow-her missing father, a nameless benefactor, and a dark secret buried in the past. As Holmes unravels a tangled web of betrayal and revenge, the hunt takes them deep into London's underworld, where every clue leads to more peril. A desperate chase, a…mehr

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Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket A cryptic letter, a long-lost treasure, and a secret pact forged in blood-Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are about to step into one of their most dangerous cases yet. When the intelligent and composed Mary Morstan arrives at 221B Baker Street, she brings a mystery wrapped in pearls and shadow-her missing father, a nameless benefactor, and a dark secret buried in the past. As Holmes unravels a tangled web of betrayal and revenge, the hunt takes them deep into London's underworld, where every clue leads to more peril. A desperate chase, a wooden-legged man, and whispers of an oath sworn in a distant land pull them toward a truth far stranger than they could have imagined. Blending adventure, mystery, and psychological depth, The Sign of the Four cemented Sherlock Holmes as literature's most brilliant detective. Introduced during the height of Victorian fascination with crime and empire, the novel explores themes of colonialism, greed, and justice through an intricate case tied to India's past. Doyle's masterful storytelling and sharp deduction scenes shaped the modern detective genre, influencing countless writers and filmmakers. Beyond its thrilling mystery, the book deepened the relationship between Holmes and Watson, setting the stage for one of fiction's most iconic partnerships.
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Arthur Conan Doyle was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1859 and went on to become a renowned author, physician, and political activist. Though initially focusing on his medical career, Doyle found fame with his creation of Sherlock Holmes, a character that would become a cultural icon. Holmes's brilliant deductive reasoning and unconventional methods in solving mysteries captured the imagination of readers worldwide.Doyle's writing career was not limited to the Holmes stories. He also wrote historical novels, plays, and works of non-fiction, often exploring themes of spirituality and the supernatural. Despite his success, Doyle struggled with the overwhelming popularity of Holmes, which he once attempted to leave behind in favor of other literary pursuits.In addition to his literary career, Doyle was involved in various political and social issues, advocating for justice and serving as a public speaker. His belief in spiritualism led him to become a vocal supporter of its causes, although it was often a source of controversy. Arthur Conan Doyle passed away in 1930, leaving behind a legacy that has influenced countless works of fiction and continues to captivate audiences today.
Arthur C. Doyle
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