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Sherlock Holmes: The Valley of Fear - Illustrated, Large Print, Large Format
Sherlock Holmes: The Valley of Fear - Illustrated, Large Print, Large Format
Giant 8.5" x 11" Size: Large, Clear Print & Pictures - Complete & Unabridged!
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University of Life Library
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- 30+ illustrations from the original editions.
- Giant format - 8.5" x 11" desktop size - biggest edition available ANYWHERE - looks amazing on your bookshelf & provides the ideal reading experience for this classic work.
- Huge 18pt text, beautiful professional typesetting & high-quality bright white paper stock mean this superb edition can be easily enjoyed by all.
- University of Life Library Uniform Edition.
THE VALLEY OF FEAR - evil knows no frontier: an agent of the insidious Professor Moriarty sends Holmes a coded message that entices the detective and his faithful companion to a crumbling English country house, drawing them into a web of bloody intrigue from across the Atlantic Ocean.
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ISBN/SKU: 1985255294
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Reader's Guide
Q: Who is this edition for?
A: This edition is a solid choice for Sherlock Holmes fans, mystery readers, students, families, collectors, and anyone who wants to enjoy The Valley of Fear in a spacious, highly readable physical format.
Q: What is The Valley of Fear about?
A: Sherlock Holmes investigates a brutal murder at an English country house, but the case gradually opens into a much larger story involving a secret society, organized violence, betrayal, and events rooted in the United States. It combines classic detective work with a darker tale of conspiracy and revenge.
Q: Is this one of the Sherlock Holmes novels?
A: Yes. The Valley of Fear is the fourth and final Sherlock Holmes novel. It follows A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of Four, and The Hound of the Baskervilles, while still working perfectly well as a standalone mystery.
Q: Do I need to read the earlier Holmes books first?
A: No. The central case is self-contained and can be enjoyed without prior knowledge of the series. Readers familiar with Holmes and Watson will appreciate the established partnership, but newcomers can begin here without difficulty.
Q: Is this a complete edition of the novel?
A: Yes. The text is complete and unabridged, so readers get Conan Doyle's full original novel rather than a shortened adaptation or simplified version.
Q: How does The Valley of Fear differ from the other Holmes novels?
A: It combines a traditional Holmes investigation with an extended historical backstory involving violence and secret organizations in America. The result is broader in scope than a simple country-house mystery and has a particularly dark, atmospheric tone.
Q: Is the book suitable for younger readers?
A: Yes, particularly for confident young readers interested in detective stories, suspense, and classic fiction. The language reflects its period, but the murder mystery, secret society, dramatic backstory, and clear central investigation make it accessible and engaging.
Q: What makes this edition different from inexpensive paperback editions?
A: The emphasis is on readability and presentation. This edition uses a full 8.5 × 11-inch page, very large 18-point type, bright white paper, professional typesetting, and period illustrations, giving the novel a much more generous reading experience than a compact mass-market reproduction.
Q: Does the book include illustrations?
A: Yes. The edition includes illustrations by Arthur I. Keller and Frank Wiles, helping preserve the visual character associated with early editions of the story while adding atmosphere to the reading experience.
Q: Is this intended as a collectible or bookshelf edition?
A: Yes. As part of the University of Life Library, the edition is designed to give classic works a substantial, uniform physical presentation rather than treating them as disposable reprints. At 178 pages in large format, it is equally suitable for regular reading and for a permanent home library.
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Publication Details & Specifications
| Format | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Series | University of Life Library |
| Edition | Large-print, large-format illustrated edition |
| Print length | 178 pages |
| Dimensions | 8.5 × 0.39 × 11 inches |
| Item weight | Approximately 15 ounces |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | February 13, 2018 |
| ISBN-10 | 1985255294 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1985255296 |
| Author | Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
| Work | The Valley of Fear |
| Content | Complete and unabridged |
| Text size | Large-print edition |
| Illustrations | More than 30 illustrations from original editions |
| Illustrators | Arthur I. Keller, Frank Wiles, and Carlile Media |
| Focus | Sherlock Holmes mystery fiction involving murder, coded messages, Professor Moriarty, and a transatlantic criminal conspiracy |
| Format advantage | Oversized 8.5 × 11 inch format with large, clear print and pictures for comfortable reading and display |
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