The Sign of Four
Penguin Classics
$39.99
- Compact Disc
- Release Date
23 April 2020
Summary
As a dense yellow fog swirls through the streets of London, a deep melancholy has descended on Sherlock Holmes, who sits in a cocaine-induced haze at 221B Baker Street. His mood is only lifted by a visit from a beautiful but distressed young woman - Mary Morstan, whose father vanished ten years before. Four years later she began to receive an exquisite gift every year: a large, lustrous pearl. Now she has had an intriguing invitation to meet her unknown benefactor and urges Holmes and Watson to accompany her. And in the ensuing investigation - which involves a wronged woman, a stolen hoard of Indian treasure, a wooden-legged ruffian, a helpful dog and a love affair - even the jaded Holmes is moved to exclaim, ‘Isn’t it gorgeous!’
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780241458013 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0241458013 |
| Author: | Arthur Conan Doyle, Christopher Eccleston, Peter Ackroyd |
| Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Penguin Classics |
| Format: | Compact Disc |
| Release Date: | 23 April 2020 |
| Weight: | 159g |
| Dimensions: | 25mm x 139mm x 141mm |
You Can Find This Book In
Arthur Conan Doyle
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Edinburgh where he qualified as a doctor, but it was his writing which brought him fame, with the creation of Sherlock Holmes, the first scientific detective. He was also a convert to spiritualism and a social reformer who used his investigative skills to prove the innocence of individuals.
Peter Ackroyd is a well known writer and historian. He has been the literary editor of The Spectator and chief book reviewer for The Times, as well as writing several highly acclaimed books including a biography of Dickens and London: The Biography. He resides in London and his most recent highly acclaimed work is Thames: Sacred River.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.