The Firm of Girdlestone (eBook)
333 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737178-6 (EAN)
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a prolific British writer, most renowned for his creation of the detective Sherlock Holmes, arguably one of the most significant and enduring characters in crime fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Doyle pursued a medical degree at the University of Edinburgh, where he began his writing career. Although he penned historical novels, such as 'The White Company' and 'Sir Nigel,' as well as works of science fiction like 'The Lost World,' it is his detective fiction that has secured his literary legacy. Among his lesser-known works, 'The Firm of Girdlestone' is a novel that delves into the dark machinations of a mercantile business, a testament to Doyle's narrative versatility. His literary artistry is evident in the creation of absorbing plots, complex characters, and a keen insight into the human condition, all of which are reflective of his medical background and his keen observational skills. Doyle's profound influence on the detective story genre is marked by his adept use of logic and deduction, elements which have become trademarks of the field. His extensive body of work continues to be studied and celebrated for its innovation, narrative technique, and its profound impact on both literature and popular culture. Doyle's knighthood in 1902 was a recognition not only of his contribution to literature but also of his efforts in the Boer War and his advocacy of various causes.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 19th century fiction • adventurous tales • Africa • Arthur Conan Doyle • Arthur Conan Doyle novels • British historical novels • businessmen • classic mystery writers • Colonial Exploitation • Crime • criminals • England • English literature • Ethical challenges • Fiction • Greed and Deception • human nature exploration • literary classics • Literary versatility • London mercantile house • Moral bankruptcy • public domain books • Sharp socio-economic insights • Sherlock Holmes author • Victorian Literature • Victorian social critique |
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