The Sign of Four

The book highlights the creation of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a British writer and former physician. It details the publication of "A Study in Scarlet" in 1887, marking the beginning of a significant literary series that includes four novels and over fifty short stories featuring the iconic detective and his companion, Dr. Watson. The stories are celebrated as foundational works in crime fiction, establishing enduring themes and character archetypes that continue to influence the genre today.