The Sign of the Four first appeared in the February 1890 edition of Lippincott’s Monthly Magazine and was published in book form later that year. The second novel featuring the famous detective Sherlock Holmes and his companion, Dr. John Watson, the story is celebrated for its intricate twists and turns and its clever blend of mystery and adventure. The plot centers around the murder investigation of Bartholomew Sholto, a search for a missing treasure, and Dr. Watson’s romance with Mary Morstan. The Sign of the Four is a much-beloved classic of the genre that has inspired more than a dozen screen adaptations and remains a perpetual favorite of Sherlock Holmes fans. This meticulous republication of the original edition includes a detailed biographical timeline.
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Contents
Chapter I. The Science of Deduction
Chapter II. The Statement of the Case
Chapter III. In Quest of a Solution
Chapter IV. The Story of the Bald-Headed Man
Chapter V. The Tragedy of Pondicherry Lodge
Chapter VI. Sherlock Holmes Gives a Demonstration
Chapter VII. The Episode of the Barrel
Chapter VIII. The Baker Street Irregulars
Chapter IX. A Break in the Chain
Chapter X. The End of the Islander
Chapter XI. The Great Agra Treasure
Chapter XII. The Strange Story of Jonathan Small
Biographical Timeline
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SIR ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE (1859-1930) was a prolific Scottish writer who created the immortal characters of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. His masterfully told stories are milestones in the field of crime fiction. His other works include fantasy and science fiction stories as well as plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction, and historical novels. Doyle was also an advocate for justice, a political reformer, an amateur architect, an avid sportsman, and an avowed Spiritualist.Mai multe cărți electronice de la același autor (i) / Editor
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