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In this classic detective tale, the stoic Dr. Watson records the curious habits of his extraordinary companion, Sherlock Holmes. Their conversations drift from the mundane to the obsessive, revealing a mind that thrills on puzzles more than comforts. Set against fog‑shrouded streets of Victorian London, the atmosphere crackles with intellectual rivalry and subtle humor.
The story opens with a seemingly harmless lecture that quickly spirals into a discussion about the dangers of cocaine, underscoring Holmes’s relentless need for mental stimulation. A baffling client arrives, presenting a cryptic document and a promise of a hidden treasure linked to a distant Indian war. Together they embark on a hunt that will test the limits of deduction and loyalty.
Listeners will be drawn into Holmes’s meticulous reasoning as clues surface from an old silver box, a scarred arm, and a reluctant ally named Lestrade. The early chapters build a tense chase across continents, hinting at deeper betrayals without revealing the final resolution. It’s a perfect entry point for anyone who loves clever dialogue, atmospheric suspense, and the timeless charm of greatest fictional sleuth.
Language
fi
Duration
~4 hours (242K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2016-05-18
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1859–1930
Best known for creating Sherlock Holmes, this Scottish writer and physician also wrote historical fiction, science fiction, and adventure stories that reached far beyond Baker Street. His work helped shape modern detective fiction and still feels lively, clever, and readable today.
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