A Study in Scarlet: A Sherlock Holmes Novel

by Arthur Conan Doyle

Overview

A Study in Scarlet is Arthur Conan Doyle's groundbreaking classic that introduces the world to Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson, one of the most iconic duos in literary history.

In this novel, Doyle masterfully blends elements of mystery, detective fiction, and historical drama. The story begins with the chance meeting of Holmes and Watson, leading to their collaboration on a baffling case involving a mysterious murder in an abandoned house. Through Holmes' innovative methods of deduction and forensic science, Doyle revolutionized the detective genre. The novel's unique structure, which shifts from the grim streets of London to the stark landscapes of the American West, weaves a tale of vengeance, love, and justice.

A Study in Scarlet is not only a brilliant introduction to the character of Sherlock Holmes but also a compelling exploration of the complexities of human motivation and morality, making it a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798330373192
Publisher:	Aude Classics
Publication date:	08/25/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	117
File size:	471 KB

About the Author

A prolific author of books, short stories, poetry, and more, the Scottish writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) is best known for the creation of one of literature’s most vivid and enduring characters: Sherlock Holmes. Through detailed observation, vast knowledge, and brilliant deduction, Holmes and his trusted friend, Dr. Watson, step into the swirling fog of Victorian London to rescue the innocent, confound the guilty, and solve the most perplexing puzzles known to literature.

Date of Birth:

May 22, 1859

Date of Death:

July 7, 1930

Place of Birth:

Edinburgh, Scotland

Place of Death:

Crowborough, Sussex, England

Education:

Edinburgh University, B.M., 1881; M.D., 1885