The Oxford book of detective stories

Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle KStJ, DL (22 May 1859 – 7 July 1930) was a Scottish writer and physician, most noted for creating the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes and writing stories about him which are generally considered milestones in the field of crime fiction. He is also known for writing the fictional adventures of a second character he invented, Professor Challenger, and for popularising the mystery of the Mary Celeste. He was a prolific writer whose other works include fantasy an...

> PATRICIA CRAIG was born and educated in Belfast before moving to London where she now lives. She is a freelance critic and reviewer and has edited several anthologies including Oxford Books of English Detective Stories, Travel Stories, and Modern Women's Stories. >>From Twelve Irish Ghost Stories, 1998

R. Austin Freeman is the author behind Great Classic Mysteries, a collection that showcases his skill in crafting intricate puzzles. He's a master of the detective story, known for his clever plots and engaging characters. If you enjoy a good whodunit, you'll appreciate Freeman's work.