Return of Sherlock Holmes - The Complete Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson 4

Author: (English) Arthur Conan Doyle
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: The character of Sherlock Holmes has captivated the world for over a century since he was created by Arthur Conan Doyle. For countless fans of Sherlock Holmes worldwide, they have no doubt about the real existence of the character. Since Arthur Conan Doyle breathed life into Sherlock Holmes in 1887, this slender figure with a hooked nose, wearing a hunting cap, a coat over his shoulders, and a pipe in his mouth has forever lived in people's hearts. In 1901, Arthur Conan Doyle conceived the early adventures of Sherlock Holmes based on a story told by a friend about Dartmoor, depicting a family being chased by a supernatural-like hound. This was "The Hound of the Baskervilles," published in 1902. Its publication reignited the enthusiasm of readers for Sherlock Holmes. In 1903, Arthur Conan Doyle cleverly brought Sherlock Holmes back to life in the story "The Empty House," starting a new series of stories titled "The Return of Sherlock Holmes," published in 1905. Later, he wrote three more series of stories: "The Valley of Fear" (1915), "His Last Bow" (1917), and "The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson" (1927). From 1928 to 1929, Britain published short and long stories of Sherlock Holmes, all centered around the character, collected together as "The Complete Sherlock Holmes." "The Complete Sherlock Holmes" has been continuously republished in Europe and America, with some stories being republished dozens of times. In the just-completed 20th century, it was also wildly popular on Chinese soil. Arthur Conan Doyle became a world-renowned detective story writer because he created such a perfect and unforgettable master sleuth as Sherlock Holmes. "The Complete Sherlock Holmes" is meticulously structured, with each story intricately connected, featuring thrilling and mysterious plots that are captivating. To stay true to the original, we have strived to maintain the completeness of the original text in our translation of this book. However, the original was published over a century ago, and it is inevitable that it reflects certain historical limitations in its portrayal of certain countries, ethnicities, and religions. Today, the world order and people's perspectives have undergone profound changes. Readers should approach these books with historical context and judgment.