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A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle, first published in 1887, is the first story featuring the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes and his companion Dr. John Watson. The book begins with Watson, a former army doctor, meeting the brilliant but eccentric Holmes, who is looking for a roommate in London. Watson soon finds himself assisting Holmes in solving a mysterious murder case, where a dead man is found in an abandoned house with the word “RACHE” written on the wall in blood. As Holmes unravels the mystery using his exceptional deductive skills, the story takes an unexpected turn, revealing a backstory set in the American West involving love, betrayal, and revenge. A Study in Scarlet is a masterful blend of detective fiction and dramatic storytelling, marking the beginning of the famous Holmes-Watson partnership. |
About Author |
| Arthur Conan Doyle |
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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) was a British writer, physician, and creator of the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, he studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh, where he began writing stories in his spare time. Doyle gained worldwide fame with A Study in Scarlet (1887), the first novel featuring Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson. His detective stories, including The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and The Hound of the Baskervilles, became some of the most influential works in crime fiction. Beyond Holmes, Doyle wrote historical novels, science fiction, and supernatural tales. He was also deeply involved in spiritualism later in life. Despite trying to move beyond his detective stories, Holmes remains his most enduring legacy, shaping modern mystery fiction. |
