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Collected Short Stories Volume 2 - Volume 2

Arthur Conan Doyle

Editora: Al-Mashreq eBookstore

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Collected Short Stories, Volume 2 continues to showcase Arthur Conan Doyle's versatility with another selection of his short fiction. This volume delves deeper into the 1890s, a period where Doyle experimented boldly with storytelling. Readers will find a mix of adventurous exploits and thought-provoking tales. Military and war stories stand alongside medical dramas and tales of science and invention, reflecting Doyle's varied interests. For instance, one story follows a British soldier's daring act in colonial New Zealand, while another, such as "The Surgeon of Gaster Fell," explores a doctor's unsettling experience in a remote moor (a story cited as an example of Doyle's emerging). Volume 2 also includes lighter fare – romantic sketches and witty social commentaries – balancing the collection's tone. Taken together, these stories illustrate Doyle's growing confidence in shorter fiction, blending adventure, mystery, and a touch of moral insight.
Disponível desde: 01/08/2025.
Comprimento de impressão: 320 páginas.

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