Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Examination: English Language & Literature Specification: GCSE 9-1 Set Text covered: The Sign of Four by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Type: Set Text: Annotation Edition "This version of the text [Annotation Edition Texts: A Christmas Carol: Annotation Edition] is vastly superior to a simple copy of the book, double spacing and wide margins allow for the text to be annotated in detail without losing the original text, often impossible to do with other versions." Lisa Ward, English Teacher "Very easy to use, accessible for a lot of learners who have previously struggled. The spacing of the text was a feature that students particularly liked and the clear annotation." Nicola O'Donnell, English Teacher [regarding Annotation Edition Texts: Macbeth: Annotation Edition] This annotation edition featuring Conan Doyle's famous detective is perfect for students and Sherlock enthusiasts alike. Scholastic Annotation Editions come with extra-wide margins and double-spaced lines, they are perfect for your annotations. They include: Large spaces between lines and large outer margins, perfect for highlighting and note-taking. Pages for note-taking in every book. A large, easy to read font and left-justified text for children who struggle to access the printed word. Top tips on effective annotation from English teacher and revision guide author, Cindy Torn. "How often have I said to you that when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth?" When Sherlock Holmes is visited by a distressed young woman one dark and foggy night, he listens intently as she tells him about the disappearance of her father ten years before and how, four years after his death, she began to receive a large and beautiful pearl once a year every year. Now she has a letter from the person who sent her the pearls: they wish to meet her. So begins a mysterious adventure involving Holmes, his faithful sidekick Dr Watson, and the young woman, Mary Marston. Written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, this was the second novel to feature the world-class detective, Sherlock Holmes, and the first to introduce the character of Miss Marston. Scholastic have a full suite of revision guide, study guide, app, student book, revision cards and essay planners - the most comprehensive support for GCSE set texts available!

Experience the thrill and genius of the world’s most famous detective—now available in an unabridged, illustrated hardcover edition. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes includes fan-favorite short stories such as “A Scandal in Bohemia,” “The Red-Headed League,” and “The Adventure of the Speckled Band.” Thoughtful set-ups and subtle clues will keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eager to see Sherlock use his sleuthing skills to solve the mystery. The Children's Signature Classics hardcovers are giftable, high-quality editions that will withstand the wear and tear of time. Each interior features brand-new black-and-white illustrations to help bring the story to life.

A SHERLOCK HOLMES SUPERNATURAL ADVENTURE The Hound of the Baskervilles is the third of four crime novels written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring detective Sherlock Holmes and his companion Dr. Watson. When Sir Charles Baskerville is found dead, his face distorted with shock and horror, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are faced with a sinister and difficult puzzle. A fearsome creature stalks the wild and barren hills of Dartmoor in Devon in England's West Country. Is it a demon from the spirit world? Will it defeat their skill and courage? Who is the tall, mysterious figure seen lurking on the moor at night? The story is inspired by the legend of a horrifying hound of supernatural origin which was said to persecute all members of the Baskerville family from generation to generation. Can Holmes save the new owner of Baskerville Hall from the ancient family curse or will the hound claim yet another victim? Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle (1859 -1930) was a British writer and physician. He created the character Sherlock Holmes in 1887 for A Study in Scarlet, the first of four novels and fifty-six short stories about Holmes and Dr. Watson. The Sherlock Holmes stories are milestones in the field of crime fiction. Doyle was a prolific writer and his other works included fantasy and science fiction stories, plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction, and historical novels. In order to deflect publishers' demands for more Holmes stories, he raised his price intending to discourage them, but found they were willing to pay even the large sums he asked. As a result, he became one of the best-paid authors of his time.

The Hound of the Baskervilles is a classic Sherlock Holmes mystery, and this graphic adaptation features giant pop-ups on every spread. Dramatic 3-D pop-up scenes will draw you into this graphic adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous story of a sinister hound that stalks the English countryside. As Sherlock Holmes pieces together the clues surrounding the death of Sir Charles Baskerville, giant pop-ups on each spread add a new dimension to this classic mystery. Illustrator Anthony Williams's full-color scenes capture the mood of the tale in exquisite detail, bringing the exploits of Sherlock Holmes to a new generation of readers.

The most consistent of all series in terms of language control, length, and quality of story. David R. Hill, Director of the Edinburgh Project on Extensive Reading.

The Return of Sherlock Holmes is a compilation of 13 Sherlock Holmes stories that Arthur Conan Doyle first released in 1903-1904. After three years of being missing and assuming his death, Sherlock Holmes triumphantly returns to his beloved friend Dr. Watson. His exceptional abilities are more needed than ever in London because a deadly stalker with an air gun is stalking the streets. Sherlock Holmes examines the Norwood Builder's enigma, deciphers the Dancing Men's message, and solves the Six Napoleons' case, among thirteen other intriguing stories of mystery, investigation, and deduction. The book contains the following chapters: "The Adventure of the Empty House", "The Adventure of the Norwood Builder", "The Adventure of the Dancing Men", "The Adventure of the Solitary Cyclist", "The Adventure of the Priory School", "The Adventure of Black Peter", "The Adventure of Charles Augustus Milverton", "The Adventure of the Six Napoleons", "The Adventure of the Three Students", "The Adventure of the Golden Pince-Nez", "The Adventure of the Missing Three-Quarter", "The Adventure of the Abbey Grange", "The Adventure of the Second Stain".

British author Arthur Conan Doyle wrote a historical adventure called The White Company that takes place during the Hundred Years' War. The plot takes place in England, France, and Spain in 1366 and 1367, against the backdrop of Edward the Black Prince's quest to reinstate Peter of Castile to the throne of the Kingdom of Castile. Following his father's wishes, Alleyne, Edric's son, departs from the Catholic abbey and travels abroad to explore the world. Sam Aylward, a mercenaries' recruiter who has just arrived in England from France, is waiting for him at the Pied Merlin inn. When Alleyne and his brother finally get together for the first time since Alleyne was a baby, Alleyne learns that his brother is still upset because their father donated the monastery three hides of land to maintain the child. The three friends encounter Sir Nigel and his formidable wife Mary when Alleyne joins up with Aylward, Hordle John. Alleyne is hired as Sir Nigel's squire and Maude's teacher after finding out that Maude is his daughter. The young pair confesses their love to one another shortly before the men leave for France. They exterminate pirates and report to the Prince of Wales' court in Bordeaux. Read the complete book to know how did they live happily ever after.

A Study in Scarlet (Et studie i rødt) er den første historie om mesterdetektiven Sherlock Holmes og hans assistent Dr. Watson. Den udkom i 1887. Denne udgave er illustreret af tegneren Nis Jessen, som boede i Østerlars på Bornholm. Det tog ham over otte år ved tegnebordet og med research i London at få de over 600 håndtegnede illustrationer på plads. For dette arbejde fik han Det Danske Kriminalakademis Specialdiplom 2007 på Krimimessen i Horsens. Denne luksusudgave er indbundet i fuldfarvet lamineret hardcover med en elegant kassette, nummereret fra 1 til 1.000. Bogen er på 160 sider med tekst og 625 håndtegnede illustrationer trykt på kvalitetspapir. En eksklusiv bog i stort format og unik bogudførelse. Bogens handling:Et uhyggeligt mysterium om en død mand med et udtryk af rædsel i ansigtet, der bliver fundet i et forladt hus. Der er blodspor på gulvet og på væggen står et mystisk ord skrevet med blod. Men der er ingen tegn på håndgemæng eller sår på mandens krop. Assisteret af Dr. Watson begynder Sherlock Holmes opklaringen af sagen, der trækker tråde til den anden side af Atlanten.

Why does a burglar keep smashing statues of Napoleon? What is the speckled band? And who is the mysterious Irene Adler? Join Sherlock Holmes and his trusted friend Dr. Watson as they unravel the truth behind these cases and many more.

Dive into the suspenseful world of Sherlock Holmes, the master detective the world has ever known Before you know it, you will find yourself wandering in Holmes and Watson's world; it would just take a few pages and you will be at 221B Baker Street. You will join the duo in cracking mysteries and gathering clues, ranging from bloodstains and footprints, to cigarette ash and wedding rings, arriving at unusual and surprising conclusions. A huge hit with readers of all ages, these characters do not need much introduction. Appearing in print for the first time in A Study in Scarlet in 1887, Holmes's popularity became widespread with the first series of short stories in the Strand magazine in 1891. A masterpiece for all Sherlock Holmes fans These are timeless detective stories which have been enthralling readers for more than a century now The greatest and most glorious of all crime novels and stories