The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes and His Last Bow

Arthur Conan Doyle, 2021

Overview

This collection presents the final twelve stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle about the renowned detective Sherlock Holmes. These narratives are noted for their unusual and darker themes, exploring treachery, mutilation, and the consequences of infidelity. Elements of the gothic are present, with tales involving a vampire, crypts, and mysterious findings. The stories within 'His Last Bow' include dramatic cases like 'The Red Circle' and 'The Devil's Foot'. The title story depicts Holmes being called out of retirement to thwart a German plot before World War I.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in the concluding adventures of Sherlock Holmes.
• Fans of detective fiction with gothic and historical elements.
• Those seeking darker, more complex mysteries.

Key features

• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Pages: 432
• Publisher: Wordsworth
• Year: 2021
• ISBN: 9781840228083