The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes


Read by Thomas A. Copeland

(4.3 stars; 32 reviews)

This final volume of detective stories was Doyle’s effort to put his most famous creation behind him at long last. It includes a variety of tales, from widely separated periods in the protagonist’s life, including his retirement, stories told from various points of view: Watson’s, Holmes’s, and an omniscient narrator’s. Most, of course, illustrate the detective’s famous “deduction,” but not all; some of his successes call upon resources of character which we rarely associate with him. He demonstrates compassion and empathy, and more than once he laughs. His attitude toward Dr. Watson, although occasionally brusque, includes kindness, affection, and professional respect, revealing a deep and complex friendship that endears both men to the reader. (Summary by T. A. Copeland). (8 hr 27 min)

Chapters

Preface 4:17 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Illustrious Client 58:49 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier 45:09 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Mazarin Stone 35:26 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Three Gables 37:13 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Sussex Vampire 36:46 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Three Garridebs 38:16 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Problem of Thor Bridge 59:24 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Creeping Man 48:24 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Lion's Mane 43:36 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Veiled Lodger 26:35 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place 38:09 Read by Thomas A. Copeland
The Adventure of the Retired Colourman 34:57 Read by Thomas A. Copeland

Reviews

Whistle much


(1 stars)

I couldn't make it through the first chapter as the narrators whistle on his hard S made it actually painful to listen to.

Good Mix of Great Stories and So-So Stories


(5 stars)

What holds my attention besides the excellent writing is the excellent narration. I loved it.