Download or read book The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual Illustrated written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by . This book was released on 2016-11-17 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual" is a short story by Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring his fictional detective Sherlock Holmes. In the story, Holmes recounts to Watson the events arising after a visit from a university acquaintance, Reginald Musgrave. Musgrave visits Holmes after the disappearance of two of his domestic staff, Rachel Howells, a maid, and Richard Brunton, the longtime butler. The pair vanished after Musgrave had dismissed Brunton for secretly reading a family document, the Musgrave Ritual. The Ritual, which dates from the 17th century, is a riddle set in verse form. This book also includes "The Adventure of the Devil's Foot" one of the 56 Sherlock Holmes short stories written by British author Arthur Conan Doyle. It is one of eight stories in the cycle collected as His Last Bow.
Download or read book The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof. This book was released on 2020-09-29 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reginald Musgrave, a school friend of Holmes, saw his butler searching through private family papers. The butler Brunton got caught red handed with an ancestral ritual of the Musgraves as well. The ritual seemed worthless to the family but Brunton was determined to decipher it. A few days after Brunton disappeared. "The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual" is a part of "The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes". Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Scotland and studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. After his studies, he worked as a ship’s surgeon on various boats. During the Second Boer War, he was an army doctor in South Africa. When he came back to the United Kingdom, he opened his own practice and started writing crime books. He is best known for his thrilling stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. He published four novels and more than 50 short-stories starring the detective and Dr Watson, and they play an important role in the history of crime fiction. Other than the Sherlock Holmes series, Doyle wrote around thirty more books, in genres such as science-fiction, fantasy, historical novels, but also poetry, plays, and non-fiction.
Download or read book The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-04-30 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual - Sherlock Holmes: ILLUSTRATED EDITION Another adventure by the brilliant Sherlock Holmes, the world's most famous detective is presented for mental stimulation and your enjoyment. Once again Holmes will come to the "only logical conclusion" as he solves yet another mystery. After all, "It's elementary, Watson!" Sure to be enjoyed by all. Recommended by The Gunston Trust for Nonviolence in Literature for Children & Young Adults. Ages Adult & Young Adult+
Download or read book Sherlock Holmes The Musgrave Ritual written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Sweet Cherry Easy Classics. This book was released on 2020-10-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated adaptation of the classic Sherlock Holmes adventure - at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! It's time for Holmes to rewrite history. When asked by his old school friend to help track down a missing maid, the genius detective finds himself unraveling a centuries-old mystery, and discovering much more than he expected. About the Series: Sherlock and Watson - the original crime-fighting duo! Catching curious criminals, solving ancient riddles and defending the honour of the king and the country are all in a day's work for this world-famous detective and his faithful biographer. Sweet Cherry Easy Classics adapts classic literature into illustrated stories for children, introducing these timeless tales to a new generation. (All titles in the series are leveled for classroom use, including GRLs.)
Download or read book The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and published by First Avenue Editions ™. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No mystery is too challenging for the infamous detective Sherlock Holmes and his partner, Dr. Watson. Holmes is at his best when the job seems impossible—or just plain absurd. From cases involving a strange group for red-headed men to a missing thumb, Holmes uses his powers of observation and deduction to solve even the weirdest mysteries. Scottish author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle published his first twelve original Sherlock Holmes short stories as serials in the UK's Strand Magazine from 1891-1892. This unabridged collection of the stories is taken from the book form, originally published in 1892.
Download or read book The Musgrave Ritual written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Join world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes and his ever-loyal sidekick Dr. Watson as they embark on a daring adventure. Reginald Musgrave is baffled by the disappearance of his butler and maid. Where did they go and does it have anything to do with the mysterious, ancient "Musgrave Ritual?" Only one man may be able to solve the mystery: Reginald's crime-fighting friend, Sherlock Holmes. This thrilling tale has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by award-winning children's fiction author Alex Woolf, it will delight bright young things aged 7+." -- Amazon.com.
Download or read book Murder in the Cathedral written by T. S. Eliot and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2014-02-25 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: T. S. Eliot's most famous drama, a retelling of the murder of the archbishop of Canterbury Murder in the Cathedral, written for the Canterbury Festival in 1935, was one of T. S. Eliot’s first dramatic achievements, and it remains one of the great plays of the century. It takes as its subject matter the martyrdom of Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, depicting the events that led to his assassination, in his own cathedral church, by the knights of Henry II in 1170. Like Greek drama, the play’s theme and form are rooted in religion, ritual purgation and renewal, and it was this return to the earliest sources of drama that brought poetry triumphantly back to the English stage at the time. "The theatre is enriched by this poetic play of grave beauty and momentous decision." —The New York Times
Download or read book Illustrated Adventures of Sherlock Holmes written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Fall River. This book was released on 2015-10-22 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is a collection of twelve stories Arthur Conan Coyle himself selected as the best adventures of The Great Detective from the 60-story canon. Each is illustrated with vivid, vintage artwork. Doyle published his last tale of Sherlock Holmes in 1927. These twelve stories are presented in the chronological order of the events they recount, as far as can be ascertained. The lead-off story, The Musgrave Ritual, relates an adventure that Holmes had before he met Watson, and is one of the rare stories narrated by Holmes himself. The book ends with The Second Stain, which mentions Holmes's professional career retirement in 1903 (although he would continue to take on the odd case up through 1914) The majority of the illustrations are by Sidney Paget, who famously illustrated the first appearances of these stories in the Strand Magazine, the periodical in which most of the Sherlock Holmes stories first appeared.
Download or read book The Adventure of the Priory School written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof. This book was released on 2020-09-28 with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The powerful Duke of Holdernesse’s son is missing. The boy was last seen in the Priory School but shortly after he received a letter from his father, he was nowhere to be seen. The main suspect was the German master because he went missing the same day as the boy. The Priory School’s director reached out to Watson and Holmes who followed after the boy’s steps. Will they solve the case and find the boy? Did the boy went somewhere by himself or someone kidnapped him? Find the answers in "The Adventure of the Priory School" which is a part of "The Return of Sherlock Holmes". Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was born in Scotland and studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh. After his studies, he worked as a ship’s surgeon on various boats. During the Second Boer War, he was an army doctor in South Africa. When he came back to the United Kingdom, he opened his own practice and started writing crime books. He is best known for his thrilling stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. He published four novels and more than 50 short-stories starring the detective and Dr Watson, and they play an important role in the history of crime fiction. Other than the Sherlock Holmes series, Doyle wrote around thirty more books, in genres such as science-fiction, fantasy, historical novels, but also poetry, plays, and non-fiction.
Download or read book The Final Adventures of Sherlock Holmes written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Apocryphile Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The canon of Sherlock Holmes adventures by Arthur Conan Doyle contains fifty-six stories and four novels. But there were yet other adventures and artifacts pertaining to Mr. Holmes not listen in the canon. Peter Haining has collected them here, complete with informative and entertaining introductions. This special, revised collector's edition is profusely illustrated. A must for any Sherlock enthusiast.
Download or read book The Memoirs Of Sherlock Holmes Illustrated written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2014-03-21 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes are a collection of twelve short stories (eleven in American editions) published in The Strand as further episodes of the Adventures between December 1892 and December 1893. Silver Blaze The Adventure of the Cardboard Box The Adventure of the Yellow Face The Adventure of the Stockbroker's Clerk The Adventure of the Gloria Scott The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual The Adventure of the Reigate Squire The Adventure of the Crooked Man The Adventure of the Resident Patient The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter The Adventure of the Naval Treaty The Final Problem
Download or read book The Complete Works of Arthur Conan Doyle Illustrated written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-16 with total page 8121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Works of Arthur Conan Doyle (Illustrated) is a comprehensive collection of the famous author's literary masterpieces, including his iconic Sherlock Holmes series. Known for his intricate plots, engaging narratives, and brilliant character development, Doyle's writing style is a perfect blend of mystery, suspense, and clever storytelling. His works provide a fascinating glimpse into the Victorian era and are a testament to his unparalleled storytelling prowess. This edition is beautifully illustrated, enhancing the reader's experience and bringing Doyle's vividly imagined worlds to life. It is a must-have for any fan of classic literature or detective fiction. Arthur Conan Doyle, a Scottish writer and physician, drew inspiration for his detective stories from his medical background and personal experiences. His meticulous attention to detail and keen observational skills are reflected in the meticulous plots and intricate puzzles found in his works. Doyle's legacy as one of the greatest crime fiction writers of all time continues to captivate readers worldwide. I highly recommend The Complete Works of Arthur Conan Doyle (Illustrated) to anyone who appreciates masterful storytelling, complex characters, and captivating mysteries. This collection is a literary treasure that showcases Doyle's exceptional talent and enduring literary legacy.
Download or read book The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes Fully Illustrated written by Conan Doyle and published by LCI. This book was released on 2014-01-31 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: •Illustrated with all the original Illustrations. •Table of contents to every chapters in the book. •Complete and formatted for kindle to improve your reading experience "I am afraid, Watson, that I shall have to go," said Holmes, as we sat down together to our breakfast one morning. "Go! Where to?" "To Dartmoor; to King's Pyland." I was not surprised. Indeed, my only wonder was that he had not already been mixed upon this extraordinary case, which was the one topic of conversation through the length and breadth of England. For a whole day my companion had rambled about the room with his chin upon his chest and his brows knitted, charging and recharging his pipe with the strongest black tobacco, and absolutely deaf to any of my questions or remarks. Fresh editions of every paper had been sent up by our news agent, only to be glanced over and tossed down into a corner. Yet, silent as he was, I knew perfectly well what it was over which he was brooding. There was but one problem before the public which could challenge his powers of analysis, and that was the singular disappearance of the favourite for the Wessex Cup, and the tragic murder of its trainer. When, therefore, he suddenly announced his intention of setting out for the scene of the drama it was only what I had both expected and hoped for. "I should be most happy to go down with you if I should not be in the way," said I. "My dear Watson, you would confer a great favour upon me by coming. And I think that your time will not be misspent, for there are points about the case which promise to make it an absolutely unique one. We have, I think, just time to catch our train at Paddington, and I will go further into the matter upon our journey. You would oblige me by bringing with you your very excellent field-glass." And so it happened that an hour or so later I found myself in the corner of a first-class carriage flying along en route for Exeter, while Sherlock Holmes, with his sharp, eager face framed in his ear-flapped travelling-cap, dipped rapidly into the bundle of fresh papers which he had procured at Paddington. We had left Reading far behind us before he thrust the last one of them under the seat, and offered me his cigar-case. "We are going well," said he, looking out the window and glancing at his watch. "Our rate at present is fifty-three and a half miles an hour." "I have not observed the quarter-mile posts," said I. "Nor have I. But the telegraph posts upon this line are sixty yards apart, and the calculation is a simple one. I presume that you have looked into this matter of the murder of John Straker and the disappearance of Silver Blaze?" "I have seen what The Telegraph and The Chronicle have to say." "It is one of those cases where the art of the reasoner should be used rather for the sifting of details than for the acquiring of fresh evidence. The tragedy has been so uncommon, so complete and of such personal importance to so many people, that we are suffering from a plethora of surmise, conjecture, and hypothesis. The difficulty is to detach the framework of fact —of absolute undeniable fact—from the embellishments of theorists and reporters. Then, having established ourselves upon this sound basis, it is our duty to see what inferences may be drawn and what are the special points upon which the whole mystery turns. On Tuesday evening I received telegrams from both Colonel Ross, the owner of the horse, and from Inspector Gregory, who is looking after the case, inviting my co-operation. "Tuesday evening!" I exclaimed. "And this is Thursday morning. Why didn't you go down yesterday?" "Because I made a blunder, my dear Watson—which is, I am afraid, a more common occurrence than any one would think who only knew me through your memoirs. The fact is that I could not believe is possible that the most remarkable horse in England could long remain concealed, especially in so sparsely inhabited a place as the north of Dartmoor.
Download or read book Sherlock Holmes The Musgrave Ritual written by Alex Woolf and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2022-07-01 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes and his ever-loyal sidekick Dr. Watson as they embark on a daring adventure. Reginald Musgrave is baffled by the disappearance of his butler and maid. Where did they go and does it have anything to do with the mysterious, ancient "Musgrave Ritual?" Only one man may be able to solve the mystery: Reginald's crime-fighting friend, Sherlock Holmes. This thrilling tale has been retold and adapted with new illustrations, making it perfect for younger readers. Adapted by award-winning children's fiction author Alex Woolf, it will delight bright young things aged 7+.
Download or read book The Hound of the Baskervilles Fully Illustrated written by Conan Doyle and published by LCI. This book was released on with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: •Illustrated with all the original Illustrations. •Table of contents to every chapters in the book. •Complete and formatted for kindle to improve your reading experience The Hound of the Baskervilles is the third of the four crime novels written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective Sherlock Holmes. Originally serialised in The Strand Magazine from August 1901 to April 1902, it is set largely on Dartmoor in Devon in England's West Country and tells the story of an attempted murder inspired by the legend of a fearsome, diabolical hound of supernatural origin. Sherlock Holmes and his companion Doctor Watson investigate the case. This was the first appearance of Holmes since his intended death in "The Final Problem", and the success of The Hound of the Baskervilles led to the character's eventual revival. Sir Charles Baskerville, Bart, is found dead on the grounds of his country house, Baskerville Hall. The cause is ascribed to a heart attack. Fearing for the safety of Sir Charles's nephew and the only known heir, Sir Henry Baskerville, coming from Toronto, Canada to claim his inheritance, Dr James Mortimer travels to London and asks Sherlock Holmes for help. Mortimer explains that the Baskerville family is afflicted by a curse. According to an old account, said to have been written in 1742 and describing events which had occurred a century earlier still, during the English Civil War, Hugo Baskerville was infatuated with a farmer's daughter. He kidnapped her and imprisoned her in his bedroom. She escaped and the furious Baskerville offered his soul to the devil if he could recapture her. Aided by friends, he pursued the girl onto the desolate moor. Baskerville and his victim were found dead. She had died from fright, but a giant spectral hound stood guard over Baskerville's body. The hound tore out Baskerville's throat, then vanished into the night. Sir Charles Baskerville had become fearful of the legendary curse and its hellhound. Mortimer decided that Sir Charles had been waiting for someone when he died. His face was contorted in a ghastly expression, while his footprints suggested that he was running away from something. The elderly man's heart wasn't strong, and he had planned to go to London the very next day. Mortimer says he had seen the footprints of a "gigantic hound" near Sir Charles's body, though nothing was revealed at the inquest. Intrigued by the case, Holmes met Sir Henry, newly arrived from Canada. Sir Henry is puzzled by an anonymous note delivered to his London hotel room, warning him to avoid the Devonshire moors. Holmes says that the note had been composed largely of words cut from The Times, probably in a hotel, judging by other clues. The fact that the words were cut with nail scissors suggested a woman author, as did a remnant whiff of perfume. Holmes keeps this last detail to himself. When Holmes and Watson later join Sir Henry at his hotel, they learn one of the baronet's new boots has gone missing. No good explanation can be found for the loss. Holmes asks if there were any other living relatives besides Sir Henry. Mortimer tells him that Charles had two brothers. Sir Henry is the sole child of one brother, who settled in America and raised his son there. The third, Rodger, was known to be the black sheep of the family, and is noted for having resembled a family portrait of Hugo. A wastrel and inveterate gambler, he fled to South America to avoid creditors. He is believed to have died there alone. Despite the note's warning, Sir Henry insists on visiting Baskerville Hall. As Sir Henry leaves Holmes' Baker Street apartment, Holmes and Doctor Watson follow him. They realise that a man with a fake-looking black beard in a cab is also following them. Holmes and Watson pursue this man, but he escapes; however, Holmes memorises the cab number. It was 2704.
Download or read book Sherlock Holmes and the Gloria Scott written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Graphic Universe ™. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is the secret behind a letter that shocks a man to death? Holmes was not always a famous detective. In Holmes's very first case, a simple letter shocked a man to death. Holmes explains to Watson how a voyage upon a ship called the Gloria Scott tortured a man for the rest of his life.
Download or read book Delphi Complete Works of Dorothy L Sayers Illustrated written by Dorothy L. Sayers and published by Delphi Classics. This book was released on 2021-12-19 with total page 7989 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The English scholar and novelist Dorothy L. Sayers penned numerous mystery stories, featuring the debonair Lord Peter Wimsey. An archetype for the British gentleman detective, this unique literary detective is a dilettante that solves mysteries for his own amusement, often assisted by his valet Bunter. The first novel in the series, ‘Whose Body?’ (1923), was followed by a string of bestselling mysteries that are the epitome of the Golden Age of Detective fiction. In later years, Sayers turned to writing scholarly translations, theological plays and non-fiction works, seeking to explain the central doctrines of Christianity clearly and concisely. This comprehensive eBook presents Sayers’ complete fictional works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions and bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Sayers’ life and works * Concise introductions to the major texts * All 16 Lord Peter Wimsey books, with individual contents tables * Includes the collaborative ‘Detection Club’ novels, with rare works appearing for the first time in digital publishing * Images of how the books were first published, giving your eReader a taste of the original texts * Excellent formatting of the texts * Notable translations available in no other collection * Includes rare plays and non-fiction * Ordering of texts into chronological order and genres Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles CONTENTS: The Lord Peter Wimsey Books Whose Body? (1923) Clouds of Witness (1926) Unnatural Death (1927) The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club (1928) Lord Peter Views the Body (1928) Strong Poison (1930) The Five Red Herrings (1931) Have His Carcase (1932) Murder Must Advertise (1933) Hangman’s Holiday (1933) The Nine Tailors (1934) Gaudy Night (1935) Busman’s Honeymoon (1937) In the Teeth of the Evidence (1939) The Wimsey Papers (1940) Striding Folly (1972) The Collaborative Novels The Documents in the Case (1930) The Floating Admiral (1931) [one chapter cannot appear due to copyright restrictions] Ask a Policeman (1933) [one chapter cannot appear due to copyright restrictions] Six against the Yard (1936) Double Death (1939) [one chapter cannot appear due to copyright restrictions] The Shorter Fiction A Treasury of Sayers Stories (1958) The Translations Tristan in Brittany (1929) Dante’s Hell (1949) Dante’s Purgatory (1955) The Song of Roland (1957) The Plays The Zeal of Thy House (1938) He That Should Come (1938) The Devil to Pay (1939) The Just Vengeance (1946) The Non-Fiction The Greatest Drama Ever Staged (1938) Strong Meat (1939) The Mind of the Maker (1941) Unpopular Opinions (1946) The Lost Tools of Learning (1948) Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to purchase this eBook as a Parts Edition of individual eBooks
