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The hit BBC series Sherlock, starring Benedict Cumberbatch, offers a fresh, contemporary take on the classic Sir Arthur Conan Doyle stories, and has helped introduce a whole new generation of fans to the legendary detective. In this new edition of Conan Doyle's first collection of short stories, Sherlock co-creator Mark Gatiss explains how these gripping tales inspired and influenced the new series • Sherlock: The Adventures contains twelve short stories first published in The Strand magazine between 1891 and 1892 and then published as a collection in October 1892. It includes some of Conan Doyle's best tales of murder and mystery, such as 'The Adventures of the Speckled Band', in which the strange last words of a dying woman 'It was the band, the speckled band!' and an inexplicable whistling in the night are the only clues Sherlock Holmes has to prevent another murder; and 'The Five Orange Pips', in which an untimely death and the discovery of the letter containing five orange pips lead to a cross-Atlantic conspiracy

The hit BBC series Sherlock has introduced a new generation to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary detective. This edition of the classic collection of stories, with an introduction by Sherlock creator Mark Gatiss, allows fans to discover the power of those original adventures. After his deadly plunge over Reichenbach Falls, Sherlock Holmes seemed gone forever - but, as mysteriously as he left, he returns three years later. Now, reunited with Watson, a host of thrilling new adventures through London's underworld awaits, battling thieves, kidnappers and killers alike. But Holmes is about to meet his most despised villain yet: the dastardly Charles Augustus Milverton

"Шерлок. Главные приключения Артура Конан Дойля. Том 2" - это второй из двух томов оригинальных рассказов Артура Конан Дойла с участием легендарного детектива Шерлока Холмса. Он начинается с "Серебряного пламени" и заканчивается последним появлением Шерлока в "Приключениях умирающего детектива". Каждая история об убийстве, неизвестности, загадочных уликах и мести представляет собой новаторское сочетание криминалистики и смелого повествования • Книга на английском языке • 'The world is full of obvious things which nobody by any chance ever observes' • This second of two volumes of Arthur Conan Doyle's original stories featuring the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes begins with Silver Blaze and ends with Sherlock's final appearance in The Adventure of The Dying Detective

Популярный сериал Би-би-си "Шерлок" познакомил целое новое поколение поклонников с легендарным детективом Артура Конан Дойла • В этой уникальном сборнике соавторы "Шерлока" Стивен Моффат и Марк Гэтисс выбрали свои самые любимые приключения Шерлока Холмса, предоставив читателям мастер-класс по криминальной литературе • Каждая из историй в этом первом из двух томов, от первого появления Шерлока в "Этюде в багровых тонах" до классического приключения пестрой банды, представляет собой мощную смесь убийств, загадочных улик, отвлекающих маневров и мести - новаторское сочетание криминалистики и смелого повествования • Благодаря вступлениям Стивена и Марка к каждой истории, этот сборник является идеальным введением в мир Шерлока Холмса и отличным подарком для поклонников сериала

The hit BBC series "Sherlock" offers a fresh, contemporary take on the classic Arthur Conan Doyle stories, and has helped introduce a whole new generation of fans to the legendary detective. The debut episode took as its inspiration the very first Sherlock Holmes novel, "A Study in Scarlet" - and this new edition of Conan Doyle's novel will allow Sherlock fans to discover, or re-discover, the power of that classic story. "A Study in Scarlet" is the genre-defining work with which popular crime fiction was born. A potent mix of serial murder, suspense, cryptic clues, red herrings and revenge, the novel introduces us to the world-famous characters of Sherlock Holmes, Dr. Watson and Inspector Lestrade and sees Sherlock and Dr. Watson meet and join forces for the first time as they track a mysterious killer that stalks London's streets

For almost 50 years, University Challenge has served as a bastion of general knowledge, regularly testing our finest young minds with a dizzying array of subjects. Now - if you think you're up to the challenge - you can pit your own wits against the trickiest quiz around • With over 3,500 challenging quiz questions, The University Challenge Quiz Book will probe the murkiest corners of your intellect. Leaving no stone unturned, in-depth questions cover every aspect of history, science, language, economics, culture and more, and will put even the hardiest quiz veteran through their paces • With games to play either on your own or in teams (no conferring), here is a collection to challenge, surprise and stimulate - from your first starter for ten to the final gong • Come on, come on!

How do you win a battle when the dead fight on? • The TARDIS arrives in Gaul in 451AD, on the eve of battle between the forces of Attila the Hun and those of the crumbling Roman Empire. But the Doctor soon finds that both sides are being helped by sinister, supernatural creatures • While Graham makes allies in the Roman camp and Ryan is pursued by the enigmatic Legion of Smoke, the Doctor and Yasmin are pressed into service as Attila’s personal sorcerers. But the Doctor knows there is science behind the combat magicks – and that the true war will pit all humanity against a ruthless alien threat • Featuring the Thirteenth Doctor, Yasmin, Ryan and Graham, as played by Jodie Whittaker, Mandip Gill, Tosin Cole and Bradley Walsh

‘Even though they’re gone from the world, they’re never gone from me.’ • The Doctor is many things – curious, funny, brave, protective of her friends...and a shameless namedropper. While she and her companions battled aliens and travelled across the universe, the Doctor hinted at a host of previous, untold adventures with the great and the good: we discovered she got her sunglasses from Pythagoras (or was it Audrey Hepburn?); lent a mobile phone to Elvis; had an encounter with Amelia Earhart where she discovered that a pencil-thick spider web can stop a plane; had a 'wet weekend' with Harry Houdini, learning how to escape from chains underwater; and more • In this collection of new stories, Star Tales takes you on a rip-roaring ride through history, from 500BC to the swinging 60s, going deeper into the Doctor's notorious name-dropping and revealing the truth behind these anecdotes

It's time to earn your Fossil Badge! • Duggee and the Squirrels ate travelling back to when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Hooray! • Join the Squirrel Club for lots of dinosaur fun in this awesome activity book, packed with puzzles, games and stickers • One more thing... DUGGEE HUG!

It's summer at the clubhouse! • Join Duggee and the Squirrels for lots of fun in this super summer activity book, packed with puzzles, games and over 50 stickers! • Perfect for holidays, travelling and for keeping little Squirrels busy!

Путешествуйте по алфавиту вместе с Дагги и белками в книжке "Азбука. Книжка-наклейка с алфавитом"! С участием всех ваших любимых персонажей, теперь ваши малыши могут изучать азбуку в стиле Дагги! • На каждом письме изображено несколько персонажей из веселого, очаровательного мира Дагги, а также наклейка, которую можно добавить к каждому из них. А-гав! • Книга на английском языке • Journey through the alphabet with Duggee and the Squirrels! Featuring all your favourite characters from the triple BAFTA-winning CBeebies show, now your little ones can learn their ABCs Duggee-style! • Every letter features multiple characters from Duggee's hilarious, adorable world, plus a sticker to add to each one. Ah-woof!

Keep your money in your pocket • In Watchdog: The Consumer Survival Guide, Matt Allwright will help you to help yourself amid the minefield of modern consumer rights and fraudsters, offering practical advice on how to sidestep pitfalls in all areas of life. Each chapter is built around relatable hurdles we all face - renting a flat, buying a car, securing our online data, booking a dream holiday and much more • Packed with useful tips, myth busters and case studies, Watchdog: The Consumer Survival Guide will leave you feeling empowered and save you some pennies along the way