The Sign of Four
by Arthur Conan Doyle, Peter Ackroyd, Ed Glinert
The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, Peter Ackroyd, Ed Glinert holds a well received rating of 3.96 out of 5, based on 60.5K reader ratings. First published in 1890. The book spans 129 pages.
About The Sign of Four
As a dense yellow fog swirls through the streets of London, a deep melancholy has descended on Sherlock Holmes, who sits in a cocaine-induced haze at 221B Baker Street. His mood is only lifted by a visit from a beautiful but distressed young woman - Mary Morstan, whose father vanished ten years before. Four years later she began to receive an exquisite gift every year: a large, lustrous pearl. Now she has had an intriguing invitation to meet her unknown benefactor and urges Holmes and Watson to accompany her. And in the ensuing investigation - which involves a wronged woman, a stolen hoard of Indian treasure, a wooden-legged ruffian, a helpful dog and a love affair - even the jaded Holmes is moved to exclaim, 'Isn't it gorgeous!'--back cover
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Arthur Conan Doyle, Peter Ackroyd, Ed Glinert |
| Published | 1890 |
| Pages | 129 |
| Genres | Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.96 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 60,469 |
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What genre is The Sign of Four?
The Sign of Four is categorized as Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Sign of Four worth reading?
Based on 60.5K reader ratings, The Sign of Four has an average score of 3.96 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Sign of Four?
The Sign of Four has 129 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Sign of Four?
The Sign of Four was written by Arthur Conan Doyle, Peter Ackroyd, Ed Glinert. It was first published in 1890.
What is the ISBN for The Sign of Four?
The ISBN-13 for The Sign of Four is 9780140439080.0.
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