Holmes & Moriarty - Complete Book Set

Professor James Moriarty is a criminal mastermind whom Holmes describes as the "Napoleon of crime" and considers him his archenemy. Moriarty is a crime lord who protects nearly all of the criminals of England in exchange for their obedience and a share in their profits. "The Valley of Fear" – Holmes gets led to Moriarty by his perception that many of the crimes he investigated were not isolated incidents, but instead the machinations of a vast and subtle criminal ring. One of Moriarty's agents sends cipher to Holmes, but doesn't give him the key. Holmes manages to decipher the message and must prevent Moriarty's agents from committing a murder. "The Final Problem" – Holmes is on the verge of delivering a fatal blow to Moriarty's criminal ring, but is forced to flee to continental Europe to escape Moriarty's retribution. The criminal mastermind follows, and the pursuit ends on top of the Reichenbach Falls, where the two are involved in a deadly struggle. "The Adventure of the Empty House" – Watson bumps into a wizened old book collector, who follows him home to his Kensington practice study then drops his disguise – it is Holmes. Holmes tells him how he beat Moriarty and apologizes for the deception needed to outwit his enemies. Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British writer best known for his detective fiction featuring the character Sherlock Holmes. Doyle is also known for writing the fictional adventures of Professor Challenger and for propagating the mystery of the Mary Celeste. He was a prolific writer whose other works include fantasy and science fiction stories, plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction and historical novels.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) was a British writer, famously known for creating the enduring detective character, Sherlock Holmes. Doyle's contributions to the detective story genre are significant and have profoundly shaped modern mystery and crime fiction. His medical background—he studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh—often influenced his approach to storytelling, embedding a clinical and analytical perspective in his narratives. The 'Holmes & Moriarty - Complete Book Set' showcases Doyle's intricate plotting and his creation of memorable characters, including the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes and his arch-nemesis, Professor James Moriarty. These stories are celebrated for their intellectual rigor, masterful use of deductive reasoning, and the detailed Victorian-era setting. The Sherlock Holmes series has not only established Doyle's literary legacy but has also been adapted into numerous films, television series, and stage productions. Beyond detective fiction, Doyle wrote historical novels, science fiction, plays, and poetry, reflecting his versatility and breadth as an author. His portrayal of Holmes and the vivid depictions of Victorian England continue to captivate readers and scholars alike, cementing his status as a towering figure in the annals of English literature.