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This full-cast audio movie invites you to travel with Professor Challenger to a secluded South American plateau...deep in the Amazon jungle...where no civilized man dares to go...and where dinosaurs still roam! This is the original terrifying adventure tale, as spawned by the mind of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - the man who gave the world Sherlock Holmes.

One of the most popular of the Sherlock Holmes mysteries, "Silver Blaze" focuses on the disappearance of a famous race horse on the eve of an important race, and on the apparent murder of its trainer.

When Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote "The Final Problem" in 1893, in which Sherlock Holmes seemed to plunge fatally to the bottom of the Reichenbach Falls in the grip of his old adversary, Professor Moriarty, he vowed to have nothing more to do with his celebrated sleuth. But the pressure of public demand, not to mention the financial offers from British and American publishers, persuaded him to relent.

Edward Hardwicke, who plays Sherlock Holmes's associate, Dr. Watson, on the popular PBS series Mystery!, reads this collection of tales featuring the world's most popular detective: "The Adventure of the Priory School," "The Red-Headed League," and "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle."

In this collection are four of the finest cases of Mr. Sherlock Holmes, narrated by his faithful friend and admirer Dr. Watson. What was the horror of the speckled band or the secret behind the curious legacy for men of red hair? These and other puzzles are solved by this bloodhound of a genius.

Here are three more Sherlock Holmes adventures from the pen of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and read by Edward Hardwicke, who has become the definitive Dr. Watson of the 80s and 90s due to the spectacularly successful Granada television series in which he appears with Jeremy Brett as Sherlock Holmes.

Holmes y Watson son llamados a investigar los extraños crímenes aparentemente relacionados con la antigua maldición que pesa sobre la familia Baskerville. El "asesino" parecer ser un "animal enorme y negro con forma de perro, aunque mayor que ningún otro visto jamás por criatura humana".

Die Sherlock Holmes Box 17 beinhaltet die Hörspiele "Gottes Mühlen", "Der zehnte Earl", "Die Spuren auf der Treppe" und "Mr. Marburys Hände".

Sherlock Holmes und Doktor Watson versuchen das Rätsel um den Untergang der Titanic im Jahr 1912 zu lösen. Dabei lernen sie Überlebende des Unglücks kennen, darunter den Kopf einer gefährlichen Verschwörung. Ihm ist die Frau auf den Fersen, die Holmes schon einmal hinters Licht geführt hat: Irene Adler, die Frau im Leben des großen Detektivs. Zwischen Holmes und Irene Adler entbrennt erneut ein erbitterter Kampf.

IL Y A CERTAINS VOYAGES DONT ON NE REVIENT PAS... Ce livre contient une sélection des plus beaux spécimens de meurtres en mouvement de la littérature policière. Le Train perdu, Conan Doyle. Le Crime de l'omnibus, Fortuné de Boisgobey. Les Tribulations de Jacques Cravant, inventeur, Albert-Auguste Péron. Le Compagnon de voyage, Tristan Bernard. La Charrette de la mort, Jean-Joseph Renaud.

London wird von einer unheimlichen Diebesserie heimgesucht. Die Opfer sind natürlich die Wohlhabendsten der Londoner Bürger. Doch es wird kein Geld gestohlen. Die Diebe haben es auf mystische Artefakte und geheimnisvolle Medaillons abgesehen. Inspektor Lestrade von Scotland Yard leitet die Ermittlungen. Es erreicht ihn ein Brief von Lord Henry Blackwood, indem Blackwood Lestrade um Hilfe bittet. Lestrade gerät mit seinen Nachforschungen ins Stocken, woraufhin er Sherlock Holmes um einen kleinen Tipp bittet.

Dive into the intriguing world of Sherlock Holmes in His Last Bow Some Reminiscences of Sherlock Holmes, a captivating collection composed by Arthur Conan Doyle. This anthology includes the acclaimed short story His Last Bow. The War Service of Sherlock Holmes (1917) and others, delivering a rich exploration into the detectives adventures. In the first US edition, the subtitle is amended to Some Later Reminiscences of Sherlock Holmes. Each edition features a heartfelt preface by John H. Watson, M.D., assuring fans that as of 1917, the iconic Holmes, although retired and battling a bout of ...

Dive into this captivating collection of Sherlock Holmes tales, as the renowned detective skillfully averts political scandals, relentlessly hunts down murderers, and invariably involves Dr. Watson in precarious situations. Published in 1917, after The Return of Sherlock Holmes, these stories promise a thrilling ride and endless fun for readers. Experience the adventurous world of Sherlock Holmes, narrated by Laurie Anne Walden.

This detective series brings the adventures of the famous sleuth to life, solving complex cases with keen observation and deductive reasoning. The stories are rich in intrigue and suspense.

Sherlock Holmes wird von einem Freund aus alten Tagen, dessen Tochter entführt wurde, um Hilfe gebeten. Der englische Detektiv reist nach Hamburg und gerät in ein Abenteuer, das seinen Ursprung offenbar in einer indischen Legende und in der Cholera-Epidemie von 1892 hat.

In Lamberley, Sussex wird eine Frau beobachtet, die Kindern das Blut aussaugt. Robert Ferguson hält die Frau für einen Vampir und bittet seinen alten Kameraden Watson und dessen Freund Sherlock Holmes um Hilfe - und der hat den Verdacht, das hinter dieser Sache etwas ganz anderes steckt.

In the eerie Baskerville Hall, a baronet is found dead under mysterious circumstances. Could his death be the consequence of a centuries-old family curse, believed to be carried out by a supernatural hound? Join the iconic detective duo, Holmes and Watson, as they delve into the enigmatic death of Sir Charles Baskerville, racing against time to protect the new baronet from a similar ominous fate.

This detective series brings the adventures of the famous sleuth to life, solving complex cases with keen observation and deductive reasoning. The stories are rich in intrigue and suspense.

From mystery and crime to romance and tragedy, in this collection you will discover award-winning writing that effortlessly spans genre and style. Witness the excess and luxury of 1920s America in The Great Gatsby, experience profound meditations on death in The Bridge of San Luis Rey, as well as Poirot's very first murder case in The Mysterious Affair at Styles. The titles included in this collection, in order of appearance, are: The Hound of the Baskervilles, by Arthur Conan Doyle; The Call of the Wild, by Jack London; The Weary Blues, by Langston Hughes; The Great Gatsby, by F.

Celebrate the magic and warmth of the holiday season with The Essential Christmas Collection, a curated anthology of timeless stories that capture the spirit of Christmas. From classic tales of generosity and joy to heartfelt moments of reflection, this collection will transport you to a world where miracles and Christmas cheer come to life. This enchanting compendium is perfect for cosy winter nights, family gatherings, and anyone seeking to rekindle the true meaning of Christmas. Enjoy these classic tales that have delighted generations and continue to bring joy year after year.