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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Wordsworth Collector's Editions)

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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Having firmly established the characters of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson in the novels A Study in Scarlet and The Sign of the Four, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was retained by The Strand Magazine to contribute a series of twelve short stories, which began with A Scandal in Bohemia in 1891 and were published monthly for the next year. The stories, in which the master sleuth receives a stream of clients presenting him with baffling and bizarre mysteries in his consulting room at 221B Baker Street, were instantly popular and by the time of the publication of the final story, The Copper Beeches, they had become the mainstay of the magazine. They included such classic tales as The Five Orange Pips and The Adventure of the Speckled Band, and were gathered together in a collection known as The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, representing some of the finest detective stories ever written.

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Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Arthur Conan Doyle was born in Edinburgh in 1859, the son of Charles Altamont Doyle and Mary (Foley) Doyle, both practising Roman Catholics. In order to supplement his income (he was an unsuccessful architect) his father painted and made illustrated books. Doyle attended the Jesuit Stonyhurst College but had abandoned his family’s Catholicism by the time he had completed his medical studies at Edinburgh University. In 1884 he married Louise Hawkins and qualified as a doctor in 1885 after which he practised as an eye specialist near Portsmouth until 1891, when he became a full-time writer. His father died in an asylum in 1893 after being institutionalized for some years. The first Sherlock Holmes story, A Study in Scarlet, was written in 1886 over a three week period and published a year later. This was followed by a second novel, The Sign of the Four (1890), and the first collection of short stories, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1892), all of which were first published in the Strand Magazine. Despite the huge popularity of the Holmes stories, Doyle felt they detracted from his other, more serious writing, so in the last story of The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes (1894) ‘The Final Problem’, Doyle killed off Holmes in a final, fatal confrontation with the arch-villain, Professor Moriarty. There was a huge public reaction, with 20,000 subscriptions to the Strand magazine cancelled, but Doyle resisted the pressure to bring back his finest creation until 1902, when he released The Hound of the Baskervilles, a full-length novel set earlier in Holmes’ career. Finally, in ‘The Empty Room’, the first story in The Return of Sherlock Holmes, he restored Holmes to life. Further stories appeared sporadically. The Valley of Fear, a novel in 1915, and two further collections of stories, His Last Bow (1917) and The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes (1927).

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful

L. · June 9, 2024

These books are so beautiful! They are such an amazing addition to any library! The details on the cover are so beautiful!

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Edition

m. · October 27, 2023

This is a lovely edition and I recommend it to anyone. I bought it as a gift for a nephew of mine.

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Collector's Book, but Terrible Packaging

X. · December 13, 2021

I bought all the A. Conan Doyle Wordsworth Collector's Editions as a gift for a family member who loves collecting books. They are great special editions, but be wary of Bolo's packaging. The books themselves are 4.5 stars, and Bolo's packaging is 0 stars, so I feel like 3 is a good compromise.4.5 stars: The books themselves are very aesthetically pleasing and look perfect on a bookshelf. The hardcovers have a nice texture and the smaller size actually isn't upsetting: they are very cute. These truly feel like a collector's edition. The binding quality is a little disappointing, but I can't be too sure how much is Wordsworth vs Bolo's terrible packaging.0 stars: I am VERY disappointed in the packaging by Bolo. They came in a box all together with a terrible attempt at "padding." I'm all for using less materials, but the plastic film did nothing to protect the books from sliding around and they are all really beat up. It would have been just the same if there wasn't the plastic there. Exchanging things (especially around the holidays) is such a hassle, so I don't want to deal with that, but I'm almost embarrassed to gift these. I wish the books had been packaged with more consideration.

1.0 out of 5 stars False Listing

S.S. · September 8, 2025

Looks nothing at all like what is shown in the picture, nor does it seem new.

5.0 out of 5 stars Cute!

K.F. · March 25, 2022

I don’t think this book will last long due to the glued binding but it is absolutely adorable! I’m going to see how this one holds up before I purchase more.

5.0 out of 5 stars Obsessed.

R. · July 18, 2022

I've said this on my other wordsworth collectors books, and I'll say it here. These books are absolutely stunning and I can and will get as many as I darn well please. The size is perfect, designs are beautiful, and general feel of the book is 10/10. Great alone or great as a set! Just do it. Get it.

Product not as shown

J. · December 19, 2024

Does not look like what I was shown online. Disappointing.

Love this story

A.M. · June 4, 2023

Love these books and cover designs

Gorgeous

J.R. · August 14, 2022

A fabulous start to my Wordsworth editions.I just love the beautiful but simple designs of these books and of course the Sherlock Holmes stories are timeless.

Amazing

F.K. · October 27, 2021

love the book and the quality

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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Wordsworth Collector's Editions)

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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Wordsworth Collector's Editions)

Product ID: U1840228318
Condition: New

4.7

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Wordsworth Collector's Editions)-0
Type: Hardcover

AED8453

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United States

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, images, descriptions, and reviews originate from the manufacturer or from trusted sellers overseas. BOLO is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorized retailer for most brands listed on our website unless stated otherwise.

While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Having firmly established the characters of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson in the novels A Study in Scarlet and The Sign of the Four, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was retained by The Strand Magazine to contribute a series of twelve short stories, which began with A Scandal in Bohemia in 1891 and were published monthly for the next year. The stories, in which the master sleuth receives a stream of clients presenting him with baffling and bizarre mysteries in his consulting room at 221B Baker Street, were instantly popular and by the time of the publication of the final story, The Copper Beeches, they had become the mainstay of the magazine. They included such classic tales as The Five Orange Pips and The Adventure of the Speckled Band, and were gathered together in a collection known as The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, representing some of the finest detective stories ever written.

Read more

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Arthur Conan Doyle was born in Edinburgh in 1859, the son of Charles Altamont Doyle and Mary (Foley) Doyle, both practising Roman Catholics. In order to supplement his income (he was an unsuccessful architect) his father painted and made illustrated books. Doyle attended the Jesuit Stonyhurst College but had abandoned his family’s Catholicism by the time he had completed his medical studies at Edinburgh University. In 1884 he married Louise Hawkins and qualified as a doctor in 1885 after which he practised as an eye specialist near Portsmouth until 1891, when he became a full-time writer. His father died in an asylum in 1893 after being institutionalized for some years. The first Sherlock Holmes story, A Study in Scarlet, was written in 1886 over a three week period and published a year later. This was followed by a second novel, The Sign of the Four (1890), and the first collection of short stories, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1892), all of which were first published in the Strand Magazine. Despite the huge popularity of the Holmes stories, Doyle felt they detracted from his other, more serious writing, so in the last story of The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes (1894) ‘The Final Problem’, Doyle killed off Holmes in a final, fatal confrontation with the arch-villain, Professor Moriarty. There was a huge public reaction, with 20,000 subscriptions to the Strand magazine cancelled, but Doyle resisted the pressure to bring back his finest creation until 1902, when he released The Hound of the Baskervilles, a full-length novel set earlier in Holmes’ career. Finally, in ‘The Empty Room’, the first story in The Return of Sherlock Holmes, he restored Holmes to life. Further stories appeared sporadically. The Valley of Fear, a novel in 1915, and two further collections of stories, His Last Bow (1917) and The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes (1927).

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful

L. · June 9, 2024

These books are so beautiful! They are such an amazing addition to any library! The details on the cover are so beautiful!

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Edition

m. · October 27, 2023

This is a lovely edition and I recommend it to anyone. I bought it as a gift for a nephew of mine.

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Collector's Book, but Terrible Packaging

X. · December 13, 2021

I bought all the A. Conan Doyle Wordsworth Collector's Editions as a gift for a family member who loves collecting books. They are great special editions, but be wary of Bolo's packaging. The books themselves are 4.5 stars, and Bolo's packaging is 0 stars, so I feel like 3 is a good compromise.4.5 stars: The books themselves are very aesthetically pleasing and look perfect on a bookshelf. The hardcovers have a nice texture and the smaller size actually isn't upsetting: they are very cute. These truly feel like a collector's edition. The binding quality is a little disappointing, but I can't be too sure how much is Wordsworth vs Bolo's terrible packaging.0 stars: I am VERY disappointed in the packaging by Bolo. They came in a box all together with a terrible attempt at "padding." I'm all for using less materials, but the plastic film did nothing to protect the books from sliding around and they are all really beat up. It would have been just the same if there wasn't the plastic there. Exchanging things (especially around the holidays) is such a hassle, so I don't want to deal with that, but I'm almost embarrassed to gift these. I wish the books had been packaged with more consideration.

1.0 out of 5 stars False Listing

S.S. · September 8, 2025

Looks nothing at all like what is shown in the picture, nor does it seem new.

5.0 out of 5 stars Cute!

K.F. · March 25, 2022

I don’t think this book will last long due to the glued binding but it is absolutely adorable! I’m going to see how this one holds up before I purchase more.

5.0 out of 5 stars Obsessed.

R. · July 18, 2022

I've said this on my other wordsworth collectors books, and I'll say it here. These books are absolutely stunning and I can and will get as many as I darn well please. The size is perfect, designs are beautiful, and general feel of the book is 10/10. Great alone or great as a set! Just do it. Get it.

Product not as shown

J. · December 19, 2024

Does not look like what I was shown online. Disappointing.

Love this story

A.M. · June 4, 2023

Love these books and cover designs

Gorgeous

J.R. · August 14, 2022

A fabulous start to my Wordsworth editions.I just love the beautiful but simple designs of these books and of course the Sherlock Holmes stories are timeless.

Amazing

F.K. · October 27, 2021

love the book and the quality

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