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The Sherlock Holmes Handbook: The Methods and Mysteries of the World's Greatest Detective Kindle Edition

by Ransom Riggs (Author), Eugene Smith (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 268 ratings
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Learn the skills of the world’s most famous detective in this how-to guide for Sherlock enthusiasts and amateur sleuths—from the author of the Miss Peregrine books

This reader’s companion to the casework of Sherlock Holmes explores the methodology of the world’s most famous consulting detective. From analyzing fingerprints and decoding ciphers to creating disguises and faking one’s own death, readers will learn how Holmes solved his most celebrated cases—plus an arsenal of modern techniques available to today’s armchair sleuths. Along the way, readers will discover a host of trivia about the master detective and his universe:

• Why did Holmes never marry?
• How was the real Scotland Yard organized?
• Was cocaine really legal back then?
• Why were the British so terrified of Australia?
 
For die-hard Sherlockians and amateur investigators alike, this handbook is nothing less than . . . elementary.
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Ransom Riggs has coauthored several books of what he likes to call “pop nonfiction,” including the trivia-centric tomes Scatterbrained and The Beginning of Everything. He’s a regular contributor to and blogger for mental_floss magazine, and when he’s not unearthing fascinating-but-obscure miscellany, he’s lying for a living as an award-winning filmmaker in Los Angeles, where he lives with his wife, Abbi. You can stalk him on the Web at www.ransomriggs.com

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004HW7E1A
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Quirk Books (March 1, 2010)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 1, 2010
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4071 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 228 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1594744297
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 268 ratings

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Ransom Riggs

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Ransom Riggs was born on a farm in Maryland and grew up in Florida, but now makes his home in the land of peculiar children: Southern California, where he lives with his wife, bestselling author Tahereh Mafi. Ransom was raised on a steady diet of ghost stories and British comedy, which probably explains the novels he writes. He’s the author of the #1 bestselling Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children series, the first of which was adapted into a major motion picture from 20th Century Fox, directed by Tim Burton.

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Gagging over this book! So cute, and very good for readers who love mystery and detective stories.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I highly recommend this book as the perfect book for anyone who ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2017
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This collection of poetry is fresh and real. It has something to relate to
for anybody and offers an insight for a very poetic mind. I found many
intersting phrases and this struck me immedialey as one of those books
that I will be taking down to read lots of times because I will always get
new enlightenment each and every time. I highly recommend this book as
the perfect book for anyone who might question any interest in poetry.
It is so good that I have no doubt that Glenda Higgin's book is going
to inspire folks to take their own stab at writing poetry, as it surly has
me from that wonderful day that I happened upon this author's work.

Milton Bruce Burnett, Abilene, KS.
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Matthew T. Hammer
5.0 out of 5 stars A Cool Little Book For Fan's of Mr. Holmes.
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2013
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If Sherlock Holmes doesn't interest you, then don't buy this book...because it is all about Sherlock Holmes' attributes, as the best detective (Doyle was knighted for writing the stories of an eccentric Holmes and an Army Surgeon Watson, needing a roommate after getting back from the Empire's Afghan War) that has still remained relative. Each of the observations about Holmes and Watson are reported on, are from (and accredited to) whatever story where Holmes said or did something that was of note to make him who he is...kinda like a Character Study from a 'Rich Man's Cliff Notes Guide.' I love the Sherlock Holmes mythos and the stories from Sir Conan Arthur Doyle and this is a lovely addition to my personal library.
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absolutezxero
4.0 out of 5 stars cool book
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2012
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the book was pretty cool when i got it. the only thing is the book was more informational, it wasn't how to to do this or that- it gave examples but they weren't good ones. other than that the book was a good read, i would buy this book if you want to know more behind the scenes of the Sherlock Holmes books and how he did it, its not how to be exactly like him, they give suggestions but not very good ones to where you can start from, its more of what it was like back then in his world, how they dressed, how to survive a waterfall, different guns that are now rare to find. Great book i would say its worth it in the end!
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jan thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars Holmes Handbook
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2014
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I loved this handbook and I also love this author. This book is for the more than casual Holmes fan but not for the expert Holmes fan. It is filled with interesting facts such as Sherlock never said elementary my dear Watson. The book is very high quality - the covers a beautiful linen red. It also feels heavy for its small size making it a joy to read.
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nwagfb
5.0 out of 5 stars a good review of Sherlock Holmes' methods
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2012
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I have read all of the Sherlock Holmes stories. This book complements the stories well. The author does a very good job of showing the different methods that Holmes used to solve the crimes he investigated. Fans of NCIS or other investigative shows will recognize the techniques that where introduced by Sherlock Holmes. The author includes some interesting facts along the way like how Scotland Yard got its name. A good read for fans of the detective.
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Leslie
3.0 out of 5 stars This guide would be required reading for Grade 1 in Private Detection
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2013
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While the book is aimed at a specific audience of Sherlock Holmes buffs with references to his stories; it nevertheless puts a slant on his methods and character that would illuminate the uninitiated. However it is not just about detective skills but about life and survival in a world of computers. Where you still think for yourself without the aid of electricity..
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Suzanne Gernaat
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book for your Sherlock Holmes collection
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2021
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Beautiful, quality book in appearance and good content.
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Ntinlizi
5.0 out of 5 stars Sherlock tips and tricks
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2016
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Fun book for my Sherlock Holmes loving son! We just went to the Pacific science centers Sherlock Holmes exhibit in Seattle- can't wait for him to open it on Christmas! Full of great mystery solving tips and tricks.

Seriously the fastest shipping EVER!!!! Ordered yesterday afternoon and just received the following afternoon!!!! Thank you!
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Luis Javier
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in Mexico on January 5, 2020
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Excelent and amazing
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5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant
Reviewed in Canada on September 22, 2019
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I like anything that helps me polish my interpersonal skills
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Shubham Singh
5.0 out of 5 stars Sherlock Holmes
Reviewed in India on February 13, 2019
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What a book!

A hardcover one, you would feel the book when you read it. Quality of pages and the cover is marvellous.

Content is really good for the beginners and intermediate level. You can learn many things and apply in your daily life.

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Shubham Singh
5.0 out of 5 stars Sherlock Holmes
Reviewed in India on February 13, 2019
What a book!

A hardcover one, you would feel the book when you read it. Quality of pages and the cover is marvellous.

Content is really good for the beginners and intermediate level. You can learn many things and apply in your daily life.

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Chloé
5.0 out of 5 stars Super rapport qualité/prix
Reviewed in France on March 29, 2018
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Très beau livre Sherlock, je ne regrette pas ma commande il est vraiment superbe. On ne l'a pas encore lu mais le produit est de très bonne qualité.
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Shayne
3.0 out of 5 stars interesting but hoped for more
Reviewed in Australia on February 26, 2014
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Would have liked to see more depth to the book, but then it is about a fictional person and events.
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