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Brought to you by Penguin. As a dense yellow fog swirls through the streets of London, a deep melancholy has descended on Sherlock Holmes, who sits in a cocaine-induced haze at 221B Baker Street. His mood is only lifted by a visit from a beautiful but distressed young woman - Mary Morstan, whose...

From the shadowy streets of Victorian London to the hushed halls of the elite, Sherlock Holmes uncovers mysteries that baffle even the most seasoned detectives. In this riveting collection of twelve short stories, listeners journey alongside Holmes and his steadfast companion, Dr. Watson, as they confront intrigue, deception, and danger at every turn. Experience the thrill of deduction as Holmes uses his unparalleled intellect and keen observational skills to solve crimes that seem impossible. Each tale, narrated through Watson's eyes, reveals a unique glimpse into the mind of one of ...

Ah, the pleasures of Christmas: the hanging of lights, the traditional feasts, the gathering of families, and...a bit of murder, conspiracy, and theft. The holiday season seems to inspire the imagination of the best mystery writers, and their talents shine here in these delightful tales of Yuletide crime. In this busiest of seasons, seize a few hours to enjoy a sleigh—or slay—full of mysterious treasures, served with the finest of flair.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle war ein Ausbund an Diskretion. Über prominente Zeitgenossen, die die Wege von Sherlock Holmes kreuzten, verlor er nie ein Wort. Nun konnte endlich wieder eine Handvoll lost cases aufgefunden und der Öffentlichkeit zugänglich gemacht werden. Sie geben Gewissheit, wo bislang lediglich Vermutung war. In einer Wild-West-Show treffen Holmes und Watson auf den berühmten Buffalo Bill.

Once again, the game's afoot! Out of the fog-shrouded night comes the world-renowned consulting detective and his ever-faithful amanuensis to battle the crimes, solve the mysteries, and reveal all that could ever possibly be known. Here are Holmes and Watson at their best. John Patrick Lowrie stars as Sherlock, with Lawrence Albert as the good doctor in 17 elegant adaptations of original stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Produced by radio legend Jim French, these 19th-century tales are told in a 20th-century style, with 21st-century audio technique.

The Hound of the Baskervilles is the third of the four crime novels written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective Sherlock Holmes. Originally serialised in The Strand Magazine from August 1901 to April 1902, it is set largely on Dartmoor in Devon in England's West Country and tells the story of an attempted murder inspired by the legend of a fearsome, diabolical hound of supernatural origin. Sherlock Holmes and his companion Dr. Watson investigate the case. This was the first appearance of Holmes since his apparent death in The Final Problem, and the success of The Hound of the Baskervilles led to the character's eventual revival.

There’s only one way for Professor George Edward Challenger to prove that dinosaurs still roam the earth. He invites skeptical journalist Edward Malone to accompany him and a group of adventurers to see the creatures with his own eyes. But when they arrive at the fantastic volcanic plateau in the Amazon where time stands still, their expedition quickly becomes one of survival. With its cliff-hanging escapes, rousing humor, and nailbiting suspense, The Lost World is a pioneering work of fantasy-adventure that paved the way for every thrill ride to follow.

„Liga roșcaților” este una dintre cele mai cunoscute povestiri polițiste scrise de Arthur Conan Doyle, avându-l în prim-plan pe celebrul detectiv Sherlock Holmes. Povestea începe când un negustor cu părul roșcat îi cere ajutorul lui Holmes după ce a fost angajat într-o...

Eigentlich wollten Holmes und Watson an Bord der Queen Victoria ein paar entspannte Tage bis zur Ankunft in New York verbringen. Ein Mordfall an Bord durchkreuzt ihre Pläne: Der Sohn einer an Bord befindlichen Bankiersfamilie fährt mit seinem Rollstuhl in eine tödliche Stromfalle. Was hat ihn dazu gebracht, auf das mit elektrischen Drähten ausgelegte Arbeitsdeck zu fahren? Wer hat den Sicherheitshebel ausgeschaltet? Zweifellos sollte das Ganze wie ein Unglücksfall aussehen, aber werden Holmes und Watson sich damit zufriedengeben?

**Ian McKellen was the WINNER of the BBC Audio Drama Award 2015 for Best Actor in an Audio Drama (for Eugenie Grandet)** Sir Ian McKellen reads The Valley of Fear, the last of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's four Sherlock Holmes novels. The mystery begins with a coded warning of imminent danger...

First appearing in print in 1890, the character of Sherlock Holmes has now become synonymous worldwide with the concept of a super sleuth. His creator, Conan Doyle, imbued his detective hero with intellectual power, acute observational abilities, a penchant for deductive reasoning and a highly educated use of forensic skills. Indeed, Doyle created the first fictional private detective who used what we now recognize as modern scientific investigative techniques.

>"A Scandal in Bohemia" tells of the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes' encounter with Irene Adler, a beautiful and intelligent woman, in a story of love, intrigue, and political scandal. The story is read by a true master, Edward Hardwicke, a talented actor who plays Sherlock Holmes's associate, Dr. Watson, in the popular PBS series Mystery!

Professor Challenger imperiously summons his three best friends to come this country house, each one to bring a cylinder of pure oxygen. When they arrive, the reason for this strange request becomes terrifying clear. Professor Challenger has become convinced that the earth is entering a poison belt of ether and that life upon this planet is doomed.

Helen Stoner consults Sherlock Holmes about the death of her twin sister, Julia, who died before her wedding, crying that: it was the Speckled Band!Holmes must investigate their mother's estate and the unpleasant Dr. Roylott, Helen's stepfather, who allows gypsies to camp on his estate and has both a cheetah and a baboon running amok in the grounds. But can Helen be believed? Is Dr Roycroft as bad as he seems?

Step into the final era of Sherlock Holmes with this gripping collection of late adventures by Arthur Conan Doyle. The Final Adventures of Sherlock Holmes brings together three compelling mysteries—The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place, The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier, and The Adventure of the Lion's Mane—showcasing Holmes’s legendary powers of deduction in some of his most unusual and atmospheric cases.

Volume two in this series consists of one novel, The Hound of the Baskervilles, and two collections of short stories, which include "Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes" and "The Return of Sherlock Holmes" (a total of 23 stories). These creations by Doyle represent the finest work of his Holmes series, and certainly the most famous.

The Sign of Four (SIGN) is a Sherlock Holmes novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle first published in the Lippincott's Magazine in February 1890. This is the 2nd Sherlock Holmes story. In the 7 and 14 June 1890 issues of The Bristol Observer appeared the first illustrations of Sherlock Holmes wearing a deerstalker, before the well-known Sidney Paget ones.

The British Classics Collection – Volume 2 steps into the grand world of 18th, 19th, and 20th-century British literature to create a compelling anthology featuring iconic works that span time and genres. From the whimsy of Alice in Wonderland to the mystery of The Woman in White, the philosophical insights of The Waste Land and the unforgettable detective stories of Sherlock Holme, this volume offers a rich variety of British literary masterpieces.

Upon arriving in Brixford, Watson learns that three children have vanished without a trace. He informs his friend Sherlock Holmes about further mysterious incidents at Rosie's Hall. After extensive investigations, horrific machinations are uncovered, reaching into the highest echelons of the British Empire. Many years later, Watson unexpectedly receives an invitation from Dr. Smith to Brixford, Devonshire.

Step into the fog-shrouded streets and intrigue of the nineteenth century with Classic Detective Stories of the Victorian Era, a compelling collection of early mystery fiction by Charles Dickens, Guy de Maupassant, and Arthur Conan Doyle. Featuring gripping tales such as Hunted Down, The Piece of String, My Friend the Murderer, The Cabman’s Story, and the famous Sherlock Holmes mystery The Red-Headed League, this volume captures the suspense, clever deduction, and atmospheric storytelling that shaped the foundations of modern detective fiction.