This is a Radio 4 dramatization, first broadcast in two parts in December 1989, of the second of Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes mysteries. At the farthest reaches of the British Empire, four men swear to an oath to keep a terrible secret - a secret drenched in blood, and the key to immense wealth.
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Perhaps the greatest of the Sherlock Holmes mysteries is this: that when we talk of him we invariably fall into the fancy of his existence (T. S. Eliot )
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A tie-in edition of Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes novel, with a new introduction by Martin Freeman
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In this, the second Sherlock Holmes story written by Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes is called upon by a young lady who needs the great detective's help with a mystery. However, when this mystery leads to murder, Holmes must seek to uncover secrets that have lain hidden for many years, and have their roots in treacheries upon treacheries in far-off India. There's a one-legged man who is at the center of this mystery, and he has a murderous friend who may just be the end of Sherlock Holmes!
As I said, this is the second ever Sherlock Holmes story, written in 1890. As with the very best of the Holmes story, this one is absolutely gripping, carrying a fascinating story with mysteries wrapped up in mysteries that only Mr. Holmes can possibly conquer. As an added bonus, in this story, we get to learn about Dr. Watson's meeting of his true love, and his eventual marriage - which should end some rumors that people spread.
Yep, this is a great story, one that is sure to please any fan of mysteries, and is certain to delight any Sherlock Holmes fan!
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"The Sign of Four" is the second of Conan Doyle's four longer Sherlock Holmes stories - I wouldn't call it a novel, because it's shorter even than the other three.
The level of detection and the intrigue surrounding the mystery is as clever as ever, and possibly more complex than in its predecessor, "A Study in Scarlet". The structure of the book could be seen as a little clumsy, with the story of Small tacked onto the end as an extra thirty pages - but using the first-person viewpoint like he does, there was no other way for Conan Doyle to integrate it into the story.
This story is also worth reading for its long-term developments in the Holmes stories. We learn of Holmes' cocaine addiction and his reasoning behind it. This is also where Watson meets his wife, which - along with the treasure seeking - makes it the more romantic of the longer stories. The relationship is hardly developed realistically, but Conan Doyle always seems to sacrifice character development in favour of brilliant plots.
If you simply enjoy the mystery and try not to think about such things, the book is very good indeed. It's a very easy read; Conan Doyle's style flowing brilliantly and so offering a perfect form of escapism.
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Derek Jacobi has one of those voices that you just want to listen to. I have enjoyed several audiobooks which he has narrated and can now add The Sign Of Four to my collection. This is one of four full length Sherlock Holmes novel that Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote - the other three being A Study In Scarlet, The Hound Of The Baskervilles and The Valley Of Fear. The Sign Of Four has been adapted several times for film, radio and television. The story sees Holmes and Watson investigating the case of Mary Marston who has received a large pearl each year for the last 6 years. She has now received a letter telling her she is a wronged woman. If she wants to seek justice and meet her mysterious benifactor and bring two companions. She turns to Holmes and Watson. Obviously there is alot more to the plot but I won't spoil it for you.
This 4 cd set runs at 4 hours and 30 minutes. The cds are nicely packaged in a plastic amery style case. If you enjoy a good mystery then why not let Derek Jacobi be your guide into the mystery of The Sign Of Four.
This 4 cd set runs at 4 hours and 30 minutes. The cds are nicely packaged in a plastic amery style case. If you enjoy a good mystery then why not let Derek Jacobi be your guide into the mystery of The Sign Of Four.
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Classic I have the whole collection
Amazing books. Recommended to everyone. And at a reasonable price. My granddaughter will love them
Amazing books. Recommended to everyone. And at a reasonable price. My granddaughter will love them
Published 5 days ago by Michael Felix
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The Sign of Four.
I would recommend getting this for your kindle if you are not a huge fan of Sherlock Holmes and/or don't feel like you need a in depth scholarly edition. Read more
Published 6 days ago by N. L. Ellam
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I came late to Sherlock Holmes - really only won over by Benedict Cumberbatch so was a little wary of an audio that was directly from the original no modern day twist, I need not... Read more
Published 7 days ago by artemisrhi
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Another good book from ACD
A great story, which I was sad to finish whilst at college without the next in the series on hand.
Published 13 days ago by PhoenixandMuser
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Especially good for study
The broadview edition of The Sign of Four has reference and study notes. It's the right edition to chose if you're doing this for a class. Read more
Published 22 days ago by Johnny
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Great
I would recommend this book to every person who wants to discover the works of ACD with a new cover and introduction.
Published 1 month ago by Rui Cavalheiro
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Book in perfect condition and delivered timely
This book was one of the set books for the BA English Literature with the Open University. It did not fail to dissappoint and was a good book to challange and develop my writing... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. D. Gbinigie
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Holmes to the rescue
I great little story, well told, that opens one's eyes to the latter part of the 19th century. A window to the attitudes and beliefs of the people of the British Empire at it's... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ronald Paul
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A great discovery!
I had not read any Sherlock Holmes stories before, but they are a revelation. I've since downloaded the Complete Short Story Collection which is also recommended. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Hugh
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Great story, shame about the errors
The book's great, but this edition had errors running through it, I've found this with a lot of kindle editions.
Published 1 month ago by Faye Daly
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