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Arthur Conan Doyles life was profoundly shaped by the wars that unfolded around him. Like many writers of his time, he transformed these experiences into compelling short stories, which are gathered in this captivating collection. Join us as we explore the intersection of conflict and athleticism through the lens of one of literatures greats. - Summary by Carolin

While the legendary Sherlock Holmes canon is typically defined by four novels and 56 short stories penned by Arthur Conan Doyle, there exists a treasure trove of tales beyond these traditional boundaries. This LibriVox album invites you to explore four intriguing short stories authored by Doyle himself yet excluded from the official canon for various reasons. The journey begins with The Field Bazaar, a whimsical tale first published in 1896 in a special edition of The Student, a University of Edinburgh newspaper, crafted by Doyle to promote a fundraising event for his alma mater. Scholars ...

The Valley of Fear is the fourth and final Sherlock Holmes novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It is loosely based on the Molly Maguires and Pinkerton agent James McParland. The story was first published in the Strand Magazine between September 1914 and May 1915. The first book edition was copyrighted in 1914, and it was first published by George H. Doran Company in New York on 27 February 1915, and illustrated by Arthur I. Keller. The novel starts with Sherlock Holmes receiving a cipher message from Fred Porlock, a pseudonymous agent of Professor Moriarty.

A 'Blue Carbuncle' is stolen from a hotel suite, and a former felon is soon arrested. However, an acquaintance of Holmes discovers the carbuncle in the throat of a Christmas goose. Holmes traces the owner of the goose, but soon determines that he was not the thief by offering him a replacement...

In Impressions and Tales, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle invites readers on a captivating journey through two distinct styles of storytelling. The first half of the collection presents a rich tapestry of historical snapshots, serving as bold explorations toward a grander vision. Doyle muses on the untapped realm between pure narrative and actual history, suggesting that the allure of the past can be vividly rendered through the art of fiction. Rather than focusing on individual tales of adventure and love, he draws attention to the profound truths of historical events, infusing them with the magic ...

Step into The Adventure of the Illustrious Client, where Sherlock Holmes faces a case of love, danger, and hidden murder. Sir James Damery seeks Holmes' help to protect a young heiress, Violet de Merville, from the charming yet ruthless Austrian Baron Adelbert Gruner, a man with a dark past and a taste for luxury and murder. With every step, Holmes must outwit a cunning villain before tragedy strikes, revealing a story of suspense, intrigue, and brilliant detection.

Découvrez Les Archives de Sherlock Holmes, ultime recueil de nouvelles où Arthur Conan Doyle dévoile les dernières enquêtes du célèbre détective. En version livre audio, chaque histoire prend vie grâce à une narration immersive qui met en relief l'ingéniosité de Holmes et la loyauté du docteur Watson. Ce volume réunit des enquêtes parmi les plus surprenantes du canon holmésien : disparitions improbables, mystères domestiques, manipulations retorses et crimes d'une précision redoutable. On y retrouve un Holmes plus mûr, toujours aussi incisif, dont la méthode déductive atteint son apogée.

Es geht weiter mit einer neuen Geschichtensammlung rund um Sherlock Holmes, den berühmtesten Detektiv aller Zeiten. Mit seinem Freund und Assistenten Dr. Watson geht er im viktorianischen London auf Verbrecherjagd. 28 spannende Fälle werden in dieser Box vereint und laden dazu ein, das berühmte wie auch clevere Ermittlerduo durch die dunklen Gassen Londons zu begleiten. Ein Muss für Fans der BBC-Serie "Sherlock", aber auch für Freunde klassischer Kriminalliteratur.

The Czar of Russia was assassinated in March 1881. That summer an attempt was made to murder his daughter while she was riding through Kensington Gardens with her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh. A Russian Count has been found dead in a hospital in London. Scotland Yard, the Home Office, and Mycroft Holmes arrive at 221B to enlist the help of England's only consulting detective to catch the assassin before he can strike again. But will Sherlock Holmes succeed? And what unique strategy will he contrive to trap his prey? This new mystery is a tribute to The Resident Patient.

The Parasite is an 1894 novelette by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The Parasite makes use of a form of mind control similar to the mesmerism of the Victorian era; it works on some hosts but not others. The main character is a young man known as Austin Gilroy. He studies physiology and knows a professor who is studying the occult. The young man is introduced to a middle-aged woman known as Miss Penclosa, who has a crippled leg and psychic powers. She is a friend of the Professor's wife.

Receiving a mysterious cypher message from a Fred Porlock, apparent agent of the infamous Professor Moriarty, Holmes and Watson set about deciphering the message, taking them into the mysterious murder of John Douglas. The connection between the murder and the message from Porlock creates the basis for this new Sherlock mystery, the last novel written by Doyle featuring the famous detective. - Summary by David Clarke

"“Who is he?” I asked. “The worst man in London,” Holmes answered, as he sat down and stretched his legs before the fire." And so begins this Sherlock Holmes adventure with the most morally corrupt and vile man in London. A man whom Sherlock must accept into his home and treat with professional courtesy despite intense personal disgust and animosity. What power does this man hold over Holmes and the other people he forces into terrible situations?

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 1000+ audiobooks, all ad free!The Land of Mist is a novel by British writer Arthur Conan Doyle, published in 1926. Although this is a Professor Challenger story, it centres more on his daughter Enid and his old friend Edward Malone. Another friend from the 1912 novel The Lost World, Lord John Roxton, is also involved in the novel's second half. Professor Summerlee, who has died of old age around this time, is referred to by the mediums (much to the anger of Professor Challenger).

Set in an English-Scottish border village during the waning days of the Napoleonic era, this adventure story introduces us to Jock Calder, whose quiet way of life is shattered when a mysterious stranger steps ashore near his home. The stranger changes forever the lives of Jock, his cousin Edie, and his best friend Jim, sending the young men into the jaws of the final battle to defeat The Great Shadow that threatens to devour the whole of Europe. Don't look for Sherlock Holmes in this well-written tale, but do expect a wonderful glimpse of life at the end of the Napoleonic era, including an ...

Der Fall ist klar. Zumindest für Scotland Yard. Der junge McCarthy hat seinen Vater ermordet. Zu viele Indizien sprechen gegen ihn. Und doch... Sherlock Holmes sieht das anders. Und er setzt alles daran, den jungen Mann vor dem Henker zu retten. Doch die Zeit läuft gegen ihn...

Tales of Terror and Mystery by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is a gripping collection of short stories that masterfully blend horror, suspense, and intrigue. Divided into two sections—one focusing on supernatural terror and the other on thrilling mysteries—these tales showcase Doyle’s ability to evoke fear and fascination. The horror stories delve into eerie encounters, unknown creatures, and psychological dread, while the mystery stories highlight clever deductions, unexpected twists, and sinister plots. Written with Doyle’s signature storytelling prowess, the collection offers chilling ...

Having left Sherlock Holmes apparently deceased at the conclusion of The Final Problem (in The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes), we now find that he is alive after all! In this collection, first published in 1905, the great detective causes Watson to faint (The Empty House), demonstrates that cryptography is elementary (The Dancing Men), and gets engaged (Charles Augustus Milverton). Join in the fun as Holmes deduces his way through these thirteen adventures.

Auf der einsamen Landstraße zwischen Farnham und Chiltern Grange ist die junge, hübsche Miss Violett Smith regelmäßig mit dem Fahrrad unterwegs. Als sie bemerkt, dass sie immer wieder von einem Mann verfolgt wird, bittet sie Sherlock Holmes um Hilfe. Dieser wittert einen interessanten Fall und macht sogleich unliebsame Bekanntschaft mit den Fäusten eines Verehrers seiner Klientin. Er muss herausfinden, warum die verarmte Musiklehrerin eine so begehrte Braut ist.

Lord St. Simon heiratet Miss Hatty Doran, die Tochter eines amerikanischen Millionärs, was für beide von nicht geringem Nutzen ist: Er kann dank ihrer großzügigen Mitgift wieder einen angemessenen Lebensstil pflegen. Ihr verhilft sein Name zu sozialem Aufstieg in die Kreise des englischen Hochadels. Doch unmittelbar nach der kirchlichen Trauung ist die Braut verschwunden. Hat das etwas mit dem unerwünschten Erscheinen der ehemaligen Freundin des Lord zu tun? Sherlock Holmes verfolgt seine eigene Theorie.

Nach dem Tod seines Großonkels Iggie Ephrussi erbt Edmund de Waal eine Sammlung japanischer Miniaturschnitzereien – so genannte Netsuke. Auf der Suche nach ihrer Herkunft und jenen Menschen, die sie einst besaßen, begibt er sich auf die Reise nach Paris, Wien, Odessa und Tokio. Dabei lernt er die bewegende Geschichte seiner Vorfahren kennen und erzählt sie. Die Ephrussi gehören im 19. und 20. Jahrhundert zu den einflußreichsten und wohlhabendsten jüdischen Bankiersfamilien. In den Zeiten des aufkeimenden Antisemitismus wird der Familie ihre Herkunft zum Verhängnis. Sowohl Einfluß als auch Reichtum schwinden schnell – ein Existenzkampf beginnt.