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Victorian Era Detective Novels
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The Sign of Four - Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes takes on a case involving a treasure from India, a secret pact among four convicts, and a mysterious disappearance. His deductive methodology, alongside Dr. Watson's loyal assistance, leads them through London's underbelly to a thrilling boat chase and eventual capture of the culprits.
Bleak House - Inspector Bucket
In this novel by Charles Dickens, Inspector Bucket investigates the murder of a lawyer. As one of the first detectives in English literature, Bucket uses observation and dogged legwork to navigate through the interconnected lives of numerous characters, revealing secrets and bringing resolution to the case.
The Hound of the Baskervilles - Sherlock Holmes
The noble Baskerville family is threatened by a legendary hound believed to curse them. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson investigate the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville, with Holmes using his powers of deduction to reveal a more earthly culprit behind the supernatural facade.
The Moonstone - Sergeant Cuff
A young English woman inherits a large Indian diamond on her birthday. It goes missing, and Sergeant Cuff, a London detective, is called in to investigate. Through observation and logical reasoning, he uncovers family secrets and resolves the mystery of the stolen gem.
The Woman in White - Walter Hartright
Walter Hartright, a drawing master, encounters a mysterious woman dressed all in white. He discovers a dangerous plot involving identity theft, wrongful incarceration, and an aristocratic family's dark secrets, using deduction and assistance from various characters to uncover the truth.
Murder in the Rue Morgue - C. Auguste Dupin
Known as the first fictional detective, C. Auguste Dupin solves a perplexing double murder in Paris's Rue Morgue. He employs analysis and psychological insight to interpret the evidence, which leads him to a surprising conclusion involving an escaped exotic animal.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes - Sherlock Holmes
In this collection of short stories, Sherlock Holmes, a consulting detective, solves various mysteries using his exceptional observational skills, logical reasoning, and forensic science. Dr. Watson, his friend and chronicler, documents the cases which range from recovering lost items to foiling criminal plots.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood - Mr. Grewgious
Charles Dickens's final and unfinished novel portrays the disappearance of young Edwin Drood. Although not an official detective, Mr. Grewgious, a lawyer connected to Edwin, becomes increasingly involved in unraveling the mystery, which relies heavily on speculation and the interpretation of clues due to the incomplete story.
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