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Holmes's Resurrection

The Return of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle · Episode 1 of 6

This reader presents the first two stories from The Return of Sherlock Holmes, first published in 1905 by Arthur Conan Doyle. The text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. Holmes's resurrection after his presumed death at Reichenbach Falls marks one of the most dramatic moments in detective fiction. Doyle brings his detective back to expose two criminal schemes built on deception: Colonel Moran's attempt to murder Holmes with a silent air-gun, and Jonas Oldacre's elaborate plan to frame an innocent man while faking his own death. The stories reward close attention to detail and demonstrate how observation, logic and patience can untangle even the most cunning plots.

Band

Blue · Independent readers, confidentTypical starting range: ages 12–14

Length

long · about 1141 words in 5 sections · 2 pictures

Source

The Return of Sherlock Holmes, Arthur Conan Doyle

First published

see the About page in the reader

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (10 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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