Return Journey

Author: (English) Arthur Conan Doyle
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: The character of Sherlock Holmes has been a global sensation for over a century since he was created by Arthur Conan Doyle. For countless fans worldwide, they have no doubt about the real existence of Sherlock Holmes. 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 Dartmoor story told by a friend, depicting a family being chased by a supernatural hound. This was "The Hound of the Baskervilles," published in 1902. Its publication reignited the enthusiasm of 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 titled "The Return of Sherlock Holmes," published in 1905. Later, he wrote three more series: "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, compiled into "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 in China. Arthur Conan Doyle became a world-renowned detective novelist entirely 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 captivating plots. To stay true to the original, we have strived to maintain the completeness of the original text in our translation. However, the original work was published over a century ago, and its portrayal of certain countries, ethnicities, and religions inevitably carries historical limitations. Today, the world order and people's perspectives have undergone profound changes. Readers should approach these books with historical context and judgment.