The Case-Book Of Sherlock Holmes (Collins Classics)

The Case-Book Of Sherlock Holmes (Collins Classics) is a compilation of the last twelve stories of the famous detective, Sherlock Holmes and his companion, Dr Watson. This book, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, features some of the most unusual and villainous characters conjured up by the author. The book portrays the disenchanting era of the 1920s. The physical disfigurements and mental derangements that are described in many stories point to the crisis of the first World War.

When a mystery seems unsolvable, Sherlock Holmes and his companion, Dr Watson, always manage to unveil the truth. They solve twelve cases that surprise and baffle everybody involved. This book involves stories such as The Adventure of the Sussex Vampire, The Adventure of the Illustrious Client, The Problem of Thor Bridge, The Adventure of the Lion’s Mane and so on. The uncanny atmosphere and the disillusioned world of the 1920s test the bravery of Dr Watson and the formidable mind of Sherlock Holmes, the genius detective.

The Case-Book Of Sherlock Holmes (Collins Classics) was published by Harper Press in 2011 and is available in paperback format.

Key Features:

• It is a compilation of 12 Sherlock Holmes stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
• These stories portray the disillusioned world of the 1920s in a striking manner.

About the Author
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was born in Edinburgh, Scotland in the year 1859. He went to a boarding school in England and at this early age, revolted against corporal punishment. His innate sense of humor and his sportsmanship had always been his ruling stars. He went to the Edinburgh University in order to pursue his studies in medicine. Although he became a physician, his passion for writing grew stronger. He is well-known as the creator of the famous detective character, Sherlock Holmes. His works are considered as milestones in the field of crime fiction.