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*This Book is annotated (it contains a detailed biography of the author). *An active Table of Contents has been added by the publisher for a better customer experience. *This book has been checked and corrected for spelling errors.The Valley of Fear is the fourth and final Sherlock Holmes novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It is loosely based on the Molly Maguires and Pinkerton agent James McParland. The story was first published in the Strand Magazine between September 1914 and May 1915. The first book edition was copyrighted in 1914, and it was first published by George H. Doran Company in New York on 27 February 1915.

The Valley of Fear is the fourth and final Sherlock Holmes novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It is loosely based on the Molly Maguires and Pinkerton agent James McParland. The story was first published in the Strand Magazine between September 1914 and May 1915. The first book edition was copyrighted in 1914, and it was first published by George H. Doran Company in New York on 27 February 1915, and illustrated by Arthur I. Keller.The novel starts when Sherlock Holmes receives a mysterious book ciphered message from an agent to Professor Moriarty using the pseudonym Fred Porlock. Holmes deduces the book used for encryption to be a monthly almanac; however, he initially uses the latest publication, which leads him to decipher Porlock's message as a statement that the "Maharata Government is pigs bristles" ...This edition by Wisehouse Classics includes all of the stories with the original illustrations by Frank Wiles.

"I am inclined to think—" said I."I should do so," Sherlock Holmes remarked impatiently.I believe that I am one of the most long-suffering of mortals; but I'll admit that I was annoyed at the sardonic interruption. "Really, Holmes," said I severely, "you are a little trying at times."He was too much absorbed with his own thoughts to give any immediate answer to my remonstrance. He leaned upon his hand, with his untasted breakfast before him, and he stared at the slip of paper which he had just drawn from its envelope. Then he took the envelope itself, held it up to the light, and very carefully studied both the exterior and the flap."It is Porlock's writing," said he thoughtfully. "I can hardly doubt that it is Porlock's writing, though I have seen it only twice before. The Greek e with the peculiar top flourish is distinctive. But if it is Porlock, then it must be something of the very first importance."He was speaking to himself rather than to me; but my vexation disappeared in the interest which the words awakened.This edition includes:- A complete biography of Arthur Conan Doyle- Table of contents with directs links to chapters.

Ever since he made his first appearance in A Study In Scarlet, Sherlock Holmes has enthralled and delighted millions of fans throughout the world. Now Arthur Conan Doyle's complete works – four novels and five collections of short stories – has been brought to life by Stephen Fry, a lifelong fan of Doyle's detective fiction, in this The Definitive Collection. In addition, Stephen has written and narrated nine insightful, intimate and deeply personal introductions to each title. Part 7: The Valley of Fear In this tale drawn from the note books of Dr Watson, the deadly hand of Professor Moriarty once more reaches out to commit a vile and ingenious crime. However, a mole in Moriarty's frightening criminal organisation alerts Sherlock Holmes of the evil deed by means of a cipher.

The Definitive Edition of THE VALLEY OF FEARTHE FINAL SHERLOCK HOLMES NOVEL-Featuring the original illustrations by Frank Wiles-Complete, unabridged, and formatted for Kindle to improve your reading experience-Linked table of contents to reach your chapter quickly“I would strongly recommend it to any of my friends who enjoy a good crime mystery. For any lovers of Sherlock Holmes stories who have not read The Valley of Fear, I would say that their reading is not complete if this one is missing from their list” Lance“I sped through this novel which in my opinion was a superb tale of mystery, fear & tyranny that stretched from an English country manor to the American coal fields.” David“I very much enjoyed this book and it felt like a treat as it was almost two books in one; the first being set in Birlstone Manor House with Sherlock and Dr Watson investigating the gruesome murder of Mr Douglas, and the second set in ‘The Valley of Fear’ in Vermissa Valley in America detailing the history of the crime and not featuring Sherlock at all. Totally brilliant and completely enjoyable. I think this may be one of my favourite Sherlock Holmes’ stories.” ClassicBookClub.com“This has many of the Sherlock Holmes staples: a cipher that Holmes decodes with ease, a gloomy isolated house in the middle of nowhere, befuddled lawmen, and a great revelation in the middle of the story. It is certainly a worthy read.” EOpinions.comTHE VALLEY OF FEAR is the final Sherlock Holmes mystery novel in a specially designed edition for kindle. This is one of Conan Doyle’s masterpieces which will intrigue and delight you. Read it as it’s meant to be read: complete, and unabridged with the original illustrations from its first publication.

In the fourth and final Sherlock Holmes novel, Holmes and Dr. Watson must untangle Moriaty’s complex scheme in order to find the villains responsible for the attempted murder of Mr. Douglas. With Douglas in hiding and the clues to solving the mystery firmly planted twenty years in the past, Holmes and Watson are faced with one of the most challenging cases of their career.The Valley of Fear is believed to have been inspired by the real-life case of the Molly Maguires and Pinkerton agent James McParland. It has been adapted for film, television, and the stage.HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.

A coded warning from an associate of the devious Professor Moriarty directs Sherlock Holmes, Dr. Watson, and Inspector MacDonald of Scotland Yard to a secluded manor house in Sussex. There the trio discover a gentleman shot dead at close range, surrounded by a mélange of mystifying clues — a peculiar tattoo-like mark, muddy footprints, and a missing wedding ring — that ultimately lead to the spellbinding backstory of a cult that terrorized an American mining town. The last of the four Sherlock Holmes novels, The Valley of Fear ranks among Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's best tales. Its plot draws upon the real-life activities of the secret society known as the Molly Maguires, offering a subtle comment on early-twentieth-century union struggles in the United States as well as the political situation in Ireland. Crisp, realistic characterizations and a suspenseful narrative make this novel essential reading for Sherlock Holmes fans as well as all lovers of mystery and detection.