The Sign of the Four
A. Conan Doyle · 1890
Synopsis
In this second novel featuring the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, a mysterious case unfolds when Miss Mary Morstan seeks Holmes's help regarding her father's disappearance and a string of anonymous pearl gifts she's received over six years. What begins as an intriguing puzzle soon evolves into a complex web of murder, betrayal, and hidden treasure, with roots stretching back to colonial India.
As Holmes and Dr. Watson navigate through Victorian London's shadowy underworld, they encounter a cast of fascinating characters and uncover dark secrets that challenge their understanding of justice and morality. The story masterfully weaves themes of empire, imperialism, and Victorian-era fears into a gripping narrative that showcases Holmes's legendary deductive abilities.
This classic mystery not only presents an intricate puzzle for readers to unravel alongside the great detective but also offers a glimpse into the complex relationship between Dr. Watson and Holmes, while introducing elements that would become hallmarks of the Sherlock Holmes canon.
A blend of mystery, adventure, and Victorian-era intrigue that solidified Sherlock Holmes's place in detective fiction.
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This work is in the public domain in the United States. Originally sourced from Project Gutenberg. Additional formatting, parsing and database integration by Cruz Lopez. Artwork by unknown artist, obtained from Wikimedia Commons. This book cover is in the public domain in the United States because it was published (or registered with the U.S. Copyright Office) before January 1, 1929.
Publication Date
Feb. 1, 1890
License
Public domain in the USA.
Credits
This work is in the public domain in the United States. Originally sourced from Project Gutenberg. Additional formatting, parsing and database integration by Cruz Lopez. Artwork by unknown artist, obtained from Wikimedia Commons. This book cover is in the public domain in the United States because it was published (or registered with the U.S. Copyright Office) before January 1, 1929.
The Sign of the Four
By Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle
In this second novel featuring the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, a mysterious case unfolds when Miss Mary Morstan seeks Holmes's help regarding her father's disappearance and a string of anonymous pearl gifts she's received over six years. What begins as an intriguing puzzle soon evolves into a complex web of murder, betrayal, and hidden treasure, with roots stretching back to colonial India.
As Holmes and Dr. Watson navigate through Victorian London's shadowy underworld, they encounter a cast of fascinating characters and uncover dark secrets that challenge their understanding of justice and morality. The story masterfully weaves themes of empire, imperialism, and Victorian-era fears into a gripping narrative that showcases Holmes's legendary deductive abilities.
This classic mystery not only presents an intricate puzzle for readers to unravel alongside the great detective but also offers a glimpse into the complex relationship between Dr. Watson and Holmes, while introducing elements that would become hallmarks of the Sherlock Holmes canon.
A blend of mystery, adventure, and Victorian-era intrigue that solidified Sherlock Holmes's place in detective fiction.