The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

12 episodes

A concoction of twelve stories, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is the third book in the original Sherlock Holmes series. It shadows the experiences of detective Sherlock Holmes, an enigmatic genius, as he tries to unravel the mystery of each investigation he partakes in. Set in late 19th century London, the novel not only creates a successful mystery plot, but also circulates through real locations including Hyde Park, the river Thames, St George’s Church in Hanover Square, as well as adding fictional places to spice things up. The vibrant reoccurring illustrations of London’s means of transportation are also worth noting. The novel begins in the famous apartment 221B Baker Street, home to Sherlock Holmes who is visited by clients in need of assistance in resolving various issues. Unsurprisingly, Sherlock Holmes works his magic in order to find a logical solution to each mystery. Narrated through the perspective of Dr. Watson, Holmes’s close friend and companion, he serves as a monitor as he accompanies or is given a full account of the sequence of events surrounding investigation details. Watson then documents each adventure and shares it with the readers which in turn act as memoirs of Holmes’s achievements. This type of narration only enhances the sense of mystery surrounding each case because of the occasional missing detail and leaves the reader wondering about the next course of action. Interestingly, Holmes offers logical explanations for each of his solutions, but nevertheless manages to keep the audience on their toes. Family fortune, reputation, social status and moral weakness are just some of the themes Doyle explores in his novel of suspense and mystery. Doyle’s use of 19th century English jargon proves to be a delightful read, whilst still maintaining a lucid style easy to follow and understand. For those embarking on their first ever encounter with the pipe-smoking, violin-playing sleuth, this is just the beginning of an unforgettable journey.

Podcasts

01 - A Scandal in Bohemia

Published: Jan. 2, 2023, midnight
Duration: 57 minutes 54 seconds

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02 - The Red-Headed League

Published: Jan. 1, 2023, midnight
Duration: N/A

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03 - A Case of Identity

Published: Dec. 31, 2022, midnight
Duration: 45 minutes 18 seconds

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04 - The Bascombe Valley Mystery

Published: Dec. 30, 2022, midnight
Duration: 2 minutes 58 seconds

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05 - The Five Orange Pips

Published: Dec. 29, 2022, midnight
Duration: 46 minutes 50 seconds

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06 - The Man With the Twisted Lip

Published: Dec. 28, 2022, midnight
Duration: 59 minutes 45 seconds

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07 - The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle

Published: Dec. 27, 2022, midnight
Duration: 51 minutes 41 seconds

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08 - The Adventure of the Speckled Band

Published: Dec. 26, 2022, midnight
Duration: 2 minutes 47 seconds

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09 - The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb

Published: Dec. 25, 2022, midnight
Duration: 52 minutes 49 seconds

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10 - The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor

Published: Dec. 24, 2022, midnight
Duration: 52 minutes 36 seconds

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11 - The Adventure of the Beryl Coronet

Published: Dec. 23, 2022, midnight
Duration: 59 minutes 20 seconds

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12 - The Adventure of the Copper Beeches

Published: Dec. 22, 2022, midnight
Duration: 2 minutes 45 seconds

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