Publisher's Synopsis
The Valley of Fear is a detective novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle, the creator of the famous detective Sherlock Holmes. The story is divided into two parts: the first part is set in London and revolves around the murder of a man named John Douglas, while the second part takes place in a remote valley in Pennsylvania and delves into the backstory of the murder.The novel begins with Holmes receiving a mysterious message from a man named Porlock, warning him of danger to a man named Douglas. Soon after, Douglas is found dead in his home, with no apparent motive or suspects. Holmes and his assistant, Dr. Watson, are called in to investigate the case and soon discover a web of secrets and lies surrounding the victim's past.As the investigation progresses, Holmes and Watson are led to a remote valley in Pennsylvania where they uncover the truth behind the murder. The second part of the novel is a flashback to events that took place in the valley years before, involving a secret society known as the Scowrers and their leader, a man known as Birdy Edwards.The Valley of Fear is a gripping tale of murder, mystery, and intrigue, with twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Doyle's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions bring the story to life, making it a must-read for fans of detective fiction and classic literature.It was one of those dramatic moments for which my friend existed. It would be an overstatement to say that he was shocked or even excited by the amazing announcement. Without having a tinge of cruelty in his singular composition, he was undoubtedly callous from long overstimulation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
