b 1892. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Quote
"You should publish an account of the case. If you won't, I will for you."
Notes
Arthur Conan Doyle's "A Study in Scarlet" is the riveting debut of the iconic detective duo, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson. The story is set against the atmospheric backdrop of 19th-century London, where detailed descriptions bring the city's dark and foggy streets to life. Themes of deduction, justice, and the intricacies of human nature permeate the narrative, as Holmes's remarkable deductive skills are set against the backdrop of a baffling murder case. The characters, including the brilliant and enigmatic Sherlock Holmes, the ever-loyal Dr. Watson, and the complex and sinister villain Jefferson Hope, are vividly portrayed. Doyle's narrative ingeniously blends mystery, suspense, and intellectual challenge, making "A Study in Scarlet" a seminal work in the detective fiction genre and a captivating exploration of the unparalleled brilliance of Sherlock Holmes.
Description
Red and tan hardback boards, gold embossing on spine, includes 40 Illustrations by Geo. Hitchinson, printed In London.