Beyond the City
(Author) Sir Arthur Conan DoyleDestiny brings three peculiar households together in the placid English countryside. The desire for money and romance drive these Victorians beyond the natural boundaries of their middle class lives. As the web of lust and deceit draws these accidental neighbors ever closer, a financial scandal befalls one of them. An outside "rank pirate" is linked somehow to one of the neighbors. Who could it be? In this work Conan Doyle exhibits the practiced subtlety and complexity for which he has become so well know.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a British writer and physician, best known for creating the iconic detective character Sherlock Holmes. His most notable works include the Sherlock Holmes series, featuring novels such as "A Study in Scarlet" and "The Hound of the Baskervilles." Doyle's writing style is characterized by intricate plots, meticulous attention to detail, and clever deductions that have influenced the detective genre for generations to come. His contributions to literature include popularizing the detective story and creating one of the most enduring and beloved fictional characters in history. "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" remains his most famous work, showcasing his talent for crafting compelling mysteries and memorable characters. Doyle's impact on literature is immeasurable, as his works continue to inspire countless adaptations, tributes, and homages in various forms of media.