David Marcum et Steven Smith parcourent le monde pour apprendre aux gens à utiliser l'ego comme un atout d'entreprise et à en limiter les inconvénients. Forts de décennies d'expérience et de diplômes en management et en psychologie, ils ont travaillé avec des organisations telles que Microsoft, Accenture, l'U.S. Air Force, General Electric, Disney et State Farm. Leurs travaux ont été publiés en dix-huit langues dans plus de quarante pays.
This collection features 36 original adventures that explore Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson's experiences during wartime and the subsequent years following the Armistice, extending into the 1920s. Written by prominent modern authors of Sherlockian pastiche, these stories delve into the duo's intriguing escapades, offering fresh perspectives on their legendary partnership amidst historical events.
"January 1888: Dr. John H. Watson has returned to 221b Baker Street, just weeks after a personal tragedy has left him bereaved and bereft. Feeling like a broken man, his plans and dreams lying in ruin, he slowly tries to make his way forward, with the help of Sherlock Holmes and Mrs. Hudson. Unexpectedly, he finds himself standing in the path of a madman--who suddenly and irrationally blames Watson for his apparent defeat. Meanwhile, Holmes has tried to distract his grief-stricken friend by telling stories of his past cases, including how, a decade before, he recovered a mysterious relic--The Eye of Heka--stolen from the British Museum. But Holmes's plan to show Watson this unique and ancient idol goes suddenly and terribly wrong as both are swept into a series of events, one tumbling rapidly upon another, that lead to thefts, murders, and possibly a war that might quickly escalate to draw in nations from most of the world. And always there is the madman in the shadows--waiting for his next chance to attack..."--Provided by publisher
Exploring wartime adventures and the subsequent years after the Armistice, this collection features 36 canonical stories by prominent Sherlockian pastiche authors. The tales delve into the dynamic partnership of Holmes and Watson during tumultuous times, offering fresh perspectives on their experiences and the societal changes of the 1920s. Each story enriches the beloved characters with new layers, making it a captivating read for fans of detective fiction and historical narratives alike.
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