A Study in Scarlet

The first appearance of Sherlock Holmes. A murder in London. A mystery that begins in the American West.

A body in an abandoned London house and a word written in blood bring Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson together for their first case. Arthur Conan Doyle connects deduction in London with an earlier story of revenge in the American West. Start here to meet the detective partnership at its beginning.

• First published in 1887
• The first Sherlock Holmes novel
• The book that introduced the world’s most famous detective

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A timeless classic for readers who love brilliant detection, atmospheric mystery, and the birth of a literary legend.

About the Author

Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) was a British writer and physician best known as the creator of Sherlock Holmes, one of the most iconic characters in world literature. In addition to the Holmes stories, he wrote historical novels, science fiction, plays, and non-fiction. His works continue to captivate readers with their ingenuity, atmosphere, and enduring appeal. A Study in Scarlet remains the essential starting point for anyone entering the world of Sherlock Holmes.