Could a woman die of fright alone? And who is the sender of a most grizzly package – two human ears in a box? Holmes and Watson tackle a whole host of new mysteries before Baker Street’s most famous detective finally leaves London for the quiet of a Sussex farm. But one final adventure puts an end to his retirement. As Britain stands poised on the brink of the First World War, can Sherlock Holmes keep a terrible new super-weapon from falling into the enemy’s hands?
General Note: Originally published: London : George Newnes, 1917.
Formatted Contents Note: The adventures of Wisteria Lodge -- The adventure of the cardboard box -- The adventure of the red circle -- The adventure of the Bruce-Partington plans -- The adventure of the dying detective -- The disappearance of Lady Frances Carfax -- The adventure of the devil's foot -- His last bow : the war service of Sherlock Holmes.