A discharged revolver, a damning note, and a mysterious chip in a stone balustrade... Sherlock Holmes' remarkable powers of observation are challenged in this captivating mystery.
When a former US senator, Neil Gibson, approaches Sherlock Holmes with a case that appears to have been solved, the consulting detective is convinced that things aren't all as they seem. Gibson's wife, Maria, is found dead on Thor Bridge with a bullet hole in her head and a note in her hand. The note appears to be from the family's governess, asking Maria to meet her at that spot. But despite a recently discharged revolver being found in the governess' wardrobe, Gibson is convinced that she isn't guilty. Holmes and Watson work together to unveil the truth.
First published in 1922, 'The Problem of Thor Bridge' is an enthralling short crime story by Arthur Conan Doyle. This edition features a specially commissioned introduction.
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Höhe: 216 mm
Breite: 140 mm
Dicke: 3 mm
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978-1-4474-6803-5 (9781447468035)
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Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle was a British writer and physician, best known for creating the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes. Born on May 22, 1859, in Edinburgh, Scotland, Doyle's most famous work, A Study in Scarlet, introduced Sherlock Holmes in 1887, marking the beginning of a series that included four novels and fifty-six short stories. These works became milestones in the development of crime fiction, establishing Holmes and his companion, Dr. Watson, as cultural icons. Doyle's expertise in medicine also influenced his writing, providing a foundation for his character's sharp intellect and deductive reasoning. Beyond the Sherlock Holmes stories, he wrote a wide range of works, including historical novels, science fiction, and plays. In addition to his writing career, Doyle was involved in various social causes and even served as a volunteer doctor during the Second Boer War. He passed away on July 7, 1930, in Crowborough, England, at the age of 71. His literary legacy endures, and he has received several accolades, including the Audie Award for Excellence in Production.
