Name: Rodney Stone
SKU: 58322795
Price: 675.00 TWD
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Author: Arthur Conan Doyle
ISBN: 9789358591477

Type

Physical Book

Author

Arthur Conan Doyle

Publisher

Double 9 Books

Language

English

Pages

218

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

21.6x14x1.3 cm

Weight

0.28 kg.

ISBN13

9789358591477

Synopsis "Rodney Stone"

"Rodney Stone" is a novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle, the acclaimed British author famous for his Sherlock Holmes detective stories. The story revolves around the eponymous narrator, Rodney Stone, a young boy from Sussex who aspires to become a sailor like his father. Rodney's life takes a turn when his uncle, Sir Charles Tregellis, a well-respected gentleman with connections to high society, brings him to London. In the bustling city, Rodney is exposed to a world of glamour, fashion, and the influential figures of Great Britain. The novel intertwines Rodney's coming-of-age journey with the boxing endeavors of his friend, Boy Jim. As the story progresses, readers witness the growth and development of both characters as they navigate their respective paths. "Rodney Stone" offers a blend of adventure, friendship, and the exploration of class dynamics. Conan Doyle's vivid descriptions transport readers to the streets of London and the world of boxing, immersing them in the atmosphere of the time.

Arthur Conan Doyle

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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Edinburgh, 1859 - Crowborough, United Kingdom, 1930) considered the master of detective literature was a writer and doctor born in Scotland, mainly known for having created the very famous character Sherlock Holmes, the most well-known detective of all times, cyclically adapted for TV and cinema

He studied at the universities of Stonyhurst and Edinburgh, where he graduated in medicine. Between 1882 and 1890, he worked as a doctor in Southsea, England.

To supplement his meager income, he wrote a mystery novel titled A Study in Scarlet, which became the first of sixty-eight stories featuring one of the most famous detectives in literature: Sherlock Holmes.

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