Recollection

Author: (English) Conan Doyle
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Publishing Date: 2006-05-01
Features: The character of Sherlock Holmes, created by Arthur Conan Doyle, has captivated the world for over a century since his birth. 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 deerstalker hat, a coat, and a pipe has forever lived in people's hearts. In 1901, Arthur Conan Doyle, inspired by a story told by a friend about Dartmoor, conceived the early adventures of Sherlock Holmes, depicting a family pursued by a supernatural 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 another 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, collectively titled "The Complete Sherlock Holmes." "The Complete Sherlock Holmes" has been continuously reprinted in Europe and America, with some stories being reprinted dozens of times. In the recent 20th century, it was also wildly popular in China. Arthur Conan Doyle became a world-renowned detective novelist solely 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 enthralling plots. 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 work was published over a century ago, and its portrayal of certain countries, ethnicities, and religions inevitably reflects historical limitations. Today, the world order and people's perspectives have undergone profound changes. Readers should approach these books with historical context and judgment.