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Sherlock Holmes Book : Big Ideas Simply Explained by DK (2015, Hardcover)
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Narrative Type
- Fiction
- ISBN
- 9781465438492
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1465438491
ISBN-13
9781465438492
eBay Product ID (ePID)
211323296
Product Key Features
Book Title
Sherlock Holmes Book : Big Ideas Simply Explained
Number of Pages
352 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Mystery & Detective, Modern / 19th Century, Mystery & Detective / General, European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
Publication Year
2015
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Literary Criticism, Fiction
Book Series
Big Ideas Ser.
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
42.5 Oz
Item Length
9.5 in
Item Width
8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2015-452750
Dewey Edition
23
TitleLeading
The
Reviews
"[A]n enjoyable guide to the Canon and to the world of Sherlock Holmes." -- Scuttlebutt Magazine "All in all, it's an absolute stunning resource for any Sherlock fan, and a perfect companion to offer any new reader of the original Doyle stories." -- Geekdad.com "It's most definitely a book that can be enjoyed when it's dark and stormy outside and the comfort of home invites for an investigation of the universe of Sherlock Holmes." -- The Baker Street Babes "[A]n encyclopedic, illustrated exploration of the entire canon of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's tales of Sherlock and Dr. Watson." -- Parade.com, "[A]n enjoyable guide to the Canon and to the world of Sherlock Holmes." -- Scuttlebutt Magazine "All in all, it's an absolute stunning resource for any Sherlock fan, and a perfect companion to offer any new reader of the original Doyle stories." -- Geekdad.com "It's most definitely a book that can be enjoyed when it's dark and stormy outside and the comfort of home invites for an investigation of the universe of Sherlock Holmes." -- The Baker Street Babes
Dewey Decimal
823.8
Synopsis
The game is afoot Immerse yourself in the curious cases of the world's greatest detective and his assistant Dr Watson. From the very first novel A Study in Scarlet , through to the masterpiece that is The Hound of the Baskervilles and the detective's last story, The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place , this fascinating book explores every facet of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's most memorable creation. Discover how Holmes reaches his conclusions through deductive reasoning, plus in-depth biographies of key characters, from Holmes and Watson themselves to Inspector Lestrade, Mrs Hudson, and the detective's arch-enemy Professor Moriarty. Packed with stunning infographics, memorable quotations and stimulating illustrations, The Sherlock Holmes Book holds up a magnifying glass to the entire canon, and offers superb insight into Holmes's legacy and influence on generations of detective fiction writers. Whether you're a fan of the books, movies, or TV shows, The Sherlock Holmes Book is sure to spark intrigue and pull you deeper into the world the famous sleuth., Learn about the world's greatest detective in The Sherlock Holmes Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Sherlock Holmes in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Sherlock Holmes Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Sherlock Holmes, with: - Includes all four novels and 56 short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts - A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout - Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding The Sherlock Holmes Book is a captivating introduction to every case investigated by Holmes and Dr. Watson in the stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, aimed at adult fans of the books, movies, or TV shows and want to know more. Exciting text and bold graphics explain elements of each plot and shows how Holmes reaches his conclusions through deductive reasoning. Your Sherlock Holmes Questions, Simply Explained From the first novel, A Study in Scarlet, to the masterpiece that is The Hound of the Baskervilles, and Conan Doyle's final Holmes tale, The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place, this guide explores every facet of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's master detective, his world, and his enduring appeal. If you thought it was difficult to untangle his razor-sharp wit, The Sherlock Holmes Book presents key information about Sherlock in an easy to follow layout. The Big Ideas Series With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Sherlock Holmes Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand., The Sherlock Holmes Book , the latest in DK's award-winning Big Ideas Simply Explained series, tackles the most "elementary" of subjects -- the world of Sherlock Holmes, as told by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The Sherlock Holmes Book is packed with witty illustrations, clear graphics, and memorable quotes that make it the perfect Sherlock Holmes guide, covering every case of the world's greatest detective, from A Study in Scarlet to The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place , placing the stories in a wider context. Stories include at-a-glance flowcharts that show how Holmes reaches his conclusions through deductive reasoning, and character guides provide handy reference for readers and an invaluable resource for fans of the Sherlock Holmes films and TV series. The Sherlock Holmes Book holds a magnifying glass to the world of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary detective.
LC Classification Number
PR4624.S466 2015
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