A Study in Scarlet (Penguin Classics)

A Study In Scarlet is the first story of the case's of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle passed away in 1930. So his writing contains language that is not acceptable in 2022. Thus be advised that pejorative terms used freely in the 1800s for First Nations people in Utah along side the names Pawnee and Blackfeet.He has received by far harsher criticism because his story wasn't complimentary to those who practice the Mormon religion. However anyone with working understanding of The Mountain Meadows Massacre where 120 Americans were unalived by Mormons posed as First Nations People and did kidnap traumatized children also 1800s understand that this was a problematic time in Utah and the religion didn't operate with clean hands with the Baker-Faucher Wagon train or the First Nations People who were framed. I am a reader from the U.S. So I have seen the PBS series and others on what is known as Americans First 9\11. Sept. 7-11 1857.The story A Study In Scarlet takes place in 3 locations London England, Ohio and Utah states in America. Morons were in Ohio since 1831 so it is possible the author read accounts in Newspapers of his day. Even if the religion hadn't made it to his country at the time.Despite the pitfalls that come with reading literature of this age I have always enjoyed Sherlock Holmes stories. My first experience was my great grandmother reading to me before bed whose copies we still have. (I am sure she left out more complex topics out ) she nevertheless instilled a love for Sherlock Holmes and his deductions that enduresAs I grew teachers assigned A Study in Scarlet in secular and Christian schools. I am actually thankful for being given the opportunity to experience this work through so many teachers, cultures and generations. (One teacher being a Ex-Mo turned Christian and another a Agnostic) I consider myself blessed to be afforded the freedom to have these experiences as someone who loves to read. That is why I will highly recommend this book warts and all to others. This was my first time reading this story by AmazonClassics and I am glad that this faired far better than my free download of Dracula which didn't go well for AmazonClassics.

When Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote this story in 1886, little did he know that Mr. Sherlock Holmes would go on to become the most famous detective of mystery. This is the first of these stories, and in it we get to meet Dr. John Watson first, and why he returned to England from the war. When we meet Mr. Holmes, he is in his laboratory doing experiments - what else? - and seems flighty to Watson; but as we know, first impressions can be deceiving. It is not long before he discovers what Holmes does for a living; and he encourages him to take a case when asked by Scotland Yard detectives to intervene.It is in the murder room that Dr. Watson sees Mr. Sherlock Holmes at his best and how he goes about deciphering clues. While it is strange indeed, with Holmes putting his face to the floor, picking up bits of dust, and walking back and forth across the room, he is intrigued and wants to know more. It is here that Holmes gives Scotland Yard detectives Gregson and Lestrade their clues -- and watches while they bungle the case. He, however, is cleverer than that (which we know) and he manages to not only figure out the murderer, but the name also, and where he may be found.After the capture, we are given the story behind the reasons for the murder, and it is very sad and heart-wrenching; it is a story of revenge that carries decades of pain with it. After the man is dispatched to Scotland Yard (no spoilers here; we know he will be captured and taken to the Yard), Holmes explains to Watson how it was done. It is a masterpiece written centuries ago, one that still stands the test of time. How Holmes mind works is an amazing piece of art; how he uses reason and logic and no emotions at all in solving; and how he is satisfied with himself at the end -- these are the true reasons for reading the book. We cannot hope to reach his expertise, nor do we want to; it is enough that these wonderful books are here for our reading pleasure. Highly recommended.

I’ve been wanting to read the Sherlock Holmes series for so long, now. Only because I have friends who’ve read it and loved it.This is one of those that I went into kind of blindly. I knew Sherlock was a detective, of sorts–I just didn’t really know anything else about these books.From the beginning, the story is told from Watson’s perspective–with only a slight deviation part way through. And Watson is seemingly impressed with Sherlock’s incredible powers of deduction. Sherlock can look at a man and, just by appearance alone, can deduce what the man does for a living and many other little tidbits.Sherlock uses these deductive powers to help the police solve crimes. Funnily enough, the police seem to be bumbling idiots and really do need the help!This isn’t the kind of whodunnit that is easily solvable–which I appreciate. It wasn’t until near the end that we get some of the information that is pertinent to solving the why of the crime.It all ties together nicely and leaves room for more stories. I will be reading the rest of this series, gladly!

Quite enjoyable. I appreciate the fact that Conan Doyle broke down Sherlock’s Theory of Deduction. Certainly look forward to other detective works from the author.

Si sabes inglés arriésgate porque es una locura.

Un petit commentaire en français pour changer!J'aime beaucoup ce que fait Gris Grimly. Même si je préfère son travail fait sur Edgar Allan Poe que je trouve juste fantastique, le travail fait sur cet ouvrage est de très bonne facture également.C'est un ouvrage illustré par Grimly, il n'y a donc pas de dessins à chaque coin de page.Elément que j'ai trouvé sympathique, le livre semble avoir eu les pages découpées pour permettre la lecture, comme pour les ouvrages anciens (j'espère être clair!)Anglais très facile, même si quelques mots peuvent obliger le lecteur à aller faire un tour dans le dico, en fonction de son niveau dans la langue.

Aqui começa a atividade do detetive consultor da polícia londrina, objetivando descobrir motivos de um homicídio. Livro em duas partes, motivando a leitura até o final.

No me había animado nunca a leer una aventura de Sherlock Holmes porque pensaba que sería complicado y dificil de leer, especialmente en inglés. Y la verdad es que me ha sorprendido lo fácil que se lee y lo entretenido de la historia.

I read it in parallel to his TV adaptation by BBC. It shed lights on the movie i had watched and helped me to appreciate the "study in pink" episode. Though, if I had never read any of Conan Doyle's books I must admit that I was struck by his vivid and breathtaking writing. A must read book!