A Study in Scarlet (Annotated) - Lioamb Inc Classic

Arthur Conan Doyle

Beschreibung

In the crowded streets of London, where mystery and danger often hide behind ordinary doors, a baffling crime sets the stage for one of the most influential detective stories ever written. When a man is discovered dead in an empty house—without a single visible wound, yet with a strange word written in blood upon the wall—the police are left puzzled. The clues appear meaningless, the motive uncertain, and the identity of the killer completely unknown.
Into this mystery steps an extraordinary investigator: Sherlock Holmes. With his remarkable powers of observation and logical reasoning, Holmes approaches the case in a way that no ordinary detective can. By carefully studying footprints, examining physical evidence, and drawing brilliant deductions from the smallest details, he begins to unravel the truth behind the crime.
Narrating the story is Holmes's new companion, Dr. John Watson, a wounded army doctor recently returned from the Second Anglo-Afghan War. Through Watson's eyes, readers witness the astonishing analytical methods that make Holmes one of the most fascinating characters in literature.
As Holmes follows a trail of clues through London, the investigation uncovers a story that stretches far beyond the city. The mystery reaches back across years and continents to the rugged frontier of the American West. In the harsh landscapes surrounding what would later become Salt Lake City in the Utah Territory, a tragic history of love, betrayal, and injustice unfolds—one that will ultimately lead to revenge in the heart of London.
First published in 1887, A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle introduced readers to Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, a partnership that would become one of the most beloved in literary history. The novel helped establish many of the conventions of modern detective fiction, including the use of logical deduction, careful observation, and the collaboration between detective and narrator.
This annotated edition enhances the reading experience by guiding readers through the novel's historical background, cultural references, and investigative methods. Detailed notes help explain Victorian-era customs, scientific ideas of the time, and the real-world influences behind Holmes's famous deductive techniques. Readers will also gain insight into the historical events and social conditions that shaped the story.
Whether you are encountering Sherlock Holmes for the first time or revisiting a classic of world literature, this annotated edition provides valuable context and commentary to deepen your understanding of the novel. Step into the beginning of a legendary detective's career and discover why A Study in Scarlet continues to captivate readers more than a century after it first appeared.

Verfügbar seit: 06.03.2026.

Drucklänge: 132 Seiten.

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