Arthur Conan Doyle

Tor Classics are affordably-priced editions designed to attract the young reader. Original dynamic cover art enthusiastically represents the excitement of each story. Appropriate "reader friendly" type sizes have been chosen for each title₇offering clear, accurate, and readable text. All editions are complete and unabridged, and feature Introductions and Afterwords. Nests of pterodactyls, hordes of iguanadons, swarms of plesiosaurs still roaming...

"This collection includes many of the most familiar cases Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson ever solve, including "Silver Blaze," "The Greek Interpreter," and "The Musgrave Ritual." As Holmes's fame grows, it brings him a notoriety that piques the ire of London's criminal underworld, who begin to scheme against him. It is in "The Final Problem" that Dr. Watson relates the grisly, fatal, and shocking tale of how Holmes finally meets his match, encountering...

After Conan Doyle "killed off" Holmes in "The final problem", the 13 stories contained in this volume were meant to appease outraged fans and "firmly put to rest all the misinformed rumors of Holmes' demise". Stories include: "The adventure of the dancing men"; The adventure of the three students"; and "The adventure of the Abbey Grange."

"Originally published in 1914 'The Valley of Fear' is the fourth and final novel featuring Sherlock Holmes written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. After decoding a cipher warning from Moriarty's organization for "Douglas" in "Birlstone", Holmes arrives to discover that a corpse is already there." --P. [4] of cover.

Arthur Conan Doyle's The Great Boer War is a definitive account of one of the most significant conflicts of the late 19th century, written by an author who was not only a literary giant but also an eyewitness to the events he describes. This historical classic offers a detailed and compelling narrative of the war between the British Empire and the Boer Republics in South Africa, blending meticulous research with Doyle's own observations as a...

When the beautiful Miss Mary Morstan arrives at 221B Baker Street with a strange story and a note from an "anonymous" friend requesting a rendezvous, Holmes is intrigued ... and Watson falls instantly in love.

Arthur Conan Doyle's The History of Spiritualism is an enlightening exploration of one of the most fascinating and controversial movements in modern history. Written by the creator of Sherlock Holmes, this comprehensive work investigates the origins, development, and key figures of the spiritualist movement, which sought to bridge the gap between the physical world and the spirit realm. Drawing on meticulous research and firsthand accounts, Doyle...

A beautiful young woman seeks the help of Holmes and Watson when the mysterious benefactor who has been sending her a pearl each year since her father disappeared wants to meet her. Involved are a priceless hoard of Indian treasure and a murderer, whose trademark is "the sign of four."

"The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a thrilling and iconic collection of detective stories featuring the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal friend Dr. John Watson. This collection brings together some of Holmes' most famous cases, including "A Scandal in Bohemia," "The Adventure of the Speckled Band," and "The Red-Headed League." Conan Doyle's writing captivates readers with its masterful storytelling, intricate...