Sir Arthur Conan Doyle at his best.
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These stories are pure classic writing and a great peak into the window of Sherlock Holmes's mind. A wonderful introduction to a great writer.
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This books is excellently written.  You would swear that it had been written by Doyle.  I was very impressed.
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Hugh Ashton has taken on the task of filling in some of the gaps in Dr Watson's accounts of the exploits of his friend. Several cases were mentioned by the good doctor and by the great detective himself, with few details given, and Mr Ashton has used his knowledge of the canon to reconstruct some of these stories.
He offers three of these cases in this volume, all built on very sketchy hints, and all in the style of Conan Doyle.
I found them entertaining reading, and worthy of consideration by any afficionado of Sherlock Holmes as well as by lovers of detective stories, with a mix of adventure and puzzle solving to keep you engaged.
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The seller shipped quite quickly, and I was pleased at how soon it came. Amazing book set, I would recommend to anyone that they should read all of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes novels and short stories. Sir Doyle was very ahead of his time in writing these books; that being said, no murder mysteries written today can compare. I see so many young girls watching the Robert Downey Jr. Sherlock films, swooning over the actor himself with no knowledge of the root of the story. The closest adaption to these books that I have seen that actually manages to capture the raw emotion Sir Doyle put forth in his stories is the BBC series, Sherlock. Though this review isn't about the TV show, I still highly recommend it. All the same, if you're a reader and skipping these books, you're missing one of the greatest stories of all time. Holmes and Watson's amazing chemistry is, in part, why these stories are so beautifully emotional. Five stars is all I could give this set, but I'd give it more if I could.
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A great read from start to finish. An incredible amount of research has gone into the making of this book. Highly recommended if you are a fan of Sherlock Holmes, you are interested in Jack the Ripper, or just like a good read.
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This tale is worthy of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle himself ! I will read the third volume immediately ! I hope that it could just be better than the second but that is a lot to ask for !
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Easy reading & enjoyable for all Sherlock Holmes fans. The book portrays Sherlock at his best in terms of humanity.
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Outstanding book. Arthur Conan Doyle created a character that still remains fresh..  I recommend this book for everyone. I wish Amazon releases all of  Sherlock's adventures
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4 and  stars

This is not the strongest collection of Sherlock Holmes stories, it is true, but it is still a very good read. A couple echo of other books Sir Arthur Conan Doyle has written. Whether these were written before or after the books, I do not know.

But by my judgment, anything written by Doyle is not to be missed.

Thanking Netgalley and Amazon Digital Services LLC for the opportunity to read these wonderful stories.
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This is one of my favorite Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's books. This version was inexpensive compared to some others...great value.
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a very original and very cool Sherlock. And yet very confident. The adaptation makes it also very interesting. historical: the times when colonial forces thought naught of looting India. (last treasures found lately hidden in the areas not invaded by the moghuls. :) ) treasures which are even now shocking. Andaman anthropology, Holmes developing scientific research, boating the Thames.. An excellent adaptation which hangs well together. A classic Sherlock movie. Watson does not hesitate to challenge his good friend. Nor show offense. On the notable issue of Dr Watson's brother and the watch Mr Michael Hardwick - a notable sherlockian - wrote a Watson novel. (also very good, realistic, historical, and "fits"). Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was in rare shape for this tale: and so were Ian Richardson, the screen play's writer  C E Pogue, and the composer of the soundtrack Harry Rabinowitz. Director Desmond Davis must have enjoyed working with these guys.
 sad they didn't make more. Probably too good: Like The Murder Rooms - with Ian Richardson doing Professor Dr Bell. (grab those!)
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Mr. Lycett has written the complete and definitive account of Arthur Conan Doyle's life. The creator of Sherlock Holmes, Mr. Doyle found himself imprisoned by the fame of his creation and wanted to be known for other things -- that was not to be. Few today know of his "new age" spiritualism which became more fervent after the death of his son in World War I. Contacting the dead became an obsession with him.

Some may know of his "Lost World" novel which predates "Jurassic Park" by 80 years. Fewer still are aware of his two successful campaigns to free unjustly convicted men from prison, using his gifts of deductive reasoning. Mr. Doyle was a remarkable man in whom the spiritual and the rational resided side by side. The biography is illustrated and a tad long, especially by the time the reader reaches the 1920's. Overall a fascinating read.
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"The Lost World" by Arthur Conan Doyle
copyright ,1912

  Arthur Conan Doyle is one of my favorite authors that has the ability to weave a story.
The book is very well written. The author's description of the country side is breathtaking as he describes the journey that the band of people took in their discovery of something amazing. It is an adventure that is  full of discoveries and wonder. This book will hold the reader's interest till the end.
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I enjoyed reading these.  It was a nice extension of the Arthur Conan Doyle stories.
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This was one of most well written shows I have ever seen. I am a huge fan Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and I was concerned initially at the modernization was going to be handled.....genius.
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This look at Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is extremely interesting. Forced to look at his own literary creation and how, if he were to actually meet Holmes, how they would view and react to each other was the satisfying premise of this book.
Well written with just the right amount of detail, Mr. Booth takes us on a most interesting and thought-provoking ride into the psyche of what Doyle might have actually been like - as well as Holmes.

Doyle is a well-mannered gentleman who has the unfortunance to be hounded by the fan - or the fanatic - Holloway who haunts his every step on his much needed vacation away from the pressures of not only his celebrity status, but also of Holmes. Unable to accomplish either, he is unwillingly swept into investigating the death of poor Mr. Brown.

Written much like Doyle's Holmes stories, I found this book to be satisfying in almost every aspect. From the scenery to the end. I would recommend this to those who loved the Holmes stories.
*I received a complimentary book in exchange for my honest opinions. I was not required they be positive.*
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Anthony Horowitz has a terrific ear for Ian Fleming style prose. He was also very good at emulating Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in his Holmes' series.