The greatest detective who never lived.
Since his first appearance in 1887, Sherlock Holmes continues to
entertain and fascinate us. With his deerstalker hat, pipe and
magnifying glass, not to mention his incredible powers of observation
and deduction, he has pitted his wits against thieves, spies, murderers
and enemies - and out-thought them all. As he explains to his loyal
sidekick, Watson, 'When you have eliminated the impossible, whatever
remains, however improbable, must be the truth.' Drawing on 60 stories,
the 175 quotes in this little book capture the enduring appeal of Conan
Doyle's thrilling adventures.
'My name is Sherlock Holmes. It is my business to know what other
people do not know.' Sherlock Holmes, The Adventure of the Blue
Carbuncle
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'This fellow may be very clever," I said to myself, 'but he is
certainly very conceited.' Dr Watson on Sherlock Holmes, A Study in
Scarlet.
'Watson. Come at once if convenient. If inconvenient, come all the
same.' Sherlock Holmes, The Adventure of the Creeping Man.
'Crime is common. Logic is rare.' Sherlock Holmes, The Adventure of
the Copper Beeches.