In "The Man with the Twisted Lip," part of Arthur Conan Doyle's "A Case of Identity," we are introduced to Isa Whitney, an opium addict whose dependency began in college after he tried to emulate De Quincey's experiences. His addiction has left him a shadow of his former self, drawing pity from those around him. The story unfolds one evening when his wife, Kate Whitney, arrives at the narrator's home in distress, having not seen Isa for two days. She seeks help and advice, revealing the ongoing struggles she faces due to her husband's addiction. The narrative highlights themes of addiction, despair, and the impact on loved ones, setting the stage for a mystery that will require the narrator's medical and detective skills to resolve.

by Arthur Conan Doyle in English Adventure Stories

Writen by Arthur Conan Doyle

Category Adventure Stories