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Classic Starts (R): The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Classic Starts (R): The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

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A burglar smashes statues of Napoleon, the speckled band is a group of criminals, and Irene Adler is a femme fatale. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson unravel the truth behind these cases and many more in the book "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes."

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 17 November 2022
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Co Inc


Why does a burglar keep smashing statues of Napoleon?

What is the speckled band?

And who is the mysterious Irene Adler?

Join Sherlock Holmes and his trusted friend Dr. Watson as they unravel the truth behind these cases and many more.

The theft of Napoleon's statues has been a perplexing mystery for the London police. Despite the presence of surveillance cameras and a thorough investigation, the burglar responsible for the vandalism remains at large. The statues, which are valued at millions of pounds, have been targeted specifically, with each one being smashed to pieces.

The police have yet to identify any motive for the thefts, but they have ruled out any political or ideological reasons. Some experts believe that the burglar may be seeking to sell the statues on the black market, while others suggest that it could be a case of pure vandalism.

One of the most intriguing aspects of the case is the speckled band that was found at the scene of one of the thefts. The band, which is made of a material that is not commonly used in statues, has raised suspicions among the police. It is believed that the band may have been used by the burglar to gain access to the statue, as it was found wrapped around the base of the statue.

Another mystery surrounding the thefts is the identity of the mysterious Irene Adler. Adler is a skilled chess player who is known to have a keen eye for detail and a strategic mind. She is also a former lover of Sherlock Holmes, and her presence in the case has led many to speculate that she may have some involvement in the thefts.

Despite the many questions that remain unanswered, the London police are determined to find the burglar responsible for the thefts and bring them to justice. They have launched a nationwide appeal for information, and are working closely with experts in the field to gather any evidence that may lead to the identification of the culprit.

In conclusion, the theft of Napoleon's statues has been a mysterious and perplexing case for the London police. The burglar responsible for the vandalism remains at large, and the police have yet to identify any motive for the thefts. The speckled band found at the scene of one of the thefts has raised suspicions among the police, and the identity of the mysterious Irene Adler has also sparked speculation. The London police are committed to finding the burglar and bringing them to justice, and they are working tirelessly to gather any evidence that may lead to the identification of the culprit.


Dimension: 190 x 133 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781454945321

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