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“The Blue Carbuncle” is a story from Arthur Conan Doyle’s “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes.” In this narrative, the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes finds himself intrigued by a curious case brought forth by a humble commissionaire. A battered hat and a precious blue carbuncle gemstone are the crux of the mystery. The commissionaire discovered the abandoned hat, which harbors the gemstone, on the bustling streets of London. With his keen observation, Holmes deciphers the story behind the hat: it belongs to a man of humble means, who has encountered a stroke of luck.

Holmes’ deductive prowess is promptly put to use as he uncovers the gem’s rightful owner through meticulous analysis. The grateful owner, a goose and poultry salesman, elucidates the strange series of events leading to the gem’s acquisition. A trail emerges, involving a Christmas goose, a lost hat, and an unexpected revelation that takes Holmes and Watson through the nooks of London’s criminal underworld.

This tale not only exemplifies Holmes’ unmatched deductive capabilities but also introduces the reader to the complexity of human behavior. Through the seemingly trivial case of a lost hat and a gemstone, Doyle intricately weaves a narrative that unravels the human spirit. The story invites readers to join Holmes in deciphering the hidden truths behind seemingly ordinary events, showcasing the detective’s extraordinary knack for drawing profound conclusions from the most minute of details.

In “The Blue Carbuncle,” readers are treated to a display of Holmes’ intellect and a reminder that even the smallest fragments of evidence can hold the key to unraveling the most intricate mysteries.

Author – Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Specs:

• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 100 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9395164980
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9395164986
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 6 years and up
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 110 g
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.7 x 0.635 x 20.32 cm
• Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ India