In "The Adventure of the Beryl Coronet," a story from Arthur Conan Doyle's *A Case of Identity*, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson encounter a distressed man who appears to be in a frantic state. Watson first notices the man approaching their residence and describes him as a tall, imposing figure dressed in formal attire, yet behaving oddly by running and making strange gestures. Holmes deduces that the man is likely coming to seek his professional help. When the man arrives, he is visibly upset and unable to express himself, indicating that he is in a state of grief and despair. The scene sets the stage for an intriguing mystery that Holmes will unravel.

by Arthur Conan Doyle in English Adventure Stories

Writen by Arthur Conan Doyle

Category Adventure Stories