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This edition presents a selection of Arthur Conan Doyle’s most beloved Sherlock Holmes stories, reworked for young readers by Chris Sasaki. The anthology includes adaptations of "A Scandal in Bohemia," "The Red‑headed League," "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle," "The Adventure of the Speckled Band," "The Greek Interpreter," and "The Adventure of the Six Napoleons." Each tale maintains the classic mystery and detective spirit while offering a concise, accessible rendering suitable for children and new fans of the Sherlock Holmes universe.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Chris Sasaki
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