The Speckled Band
London: Samuel French, 1912. First Edition. Wrappers. 1st edition. Original wrappers, soiled, chipped, and worn else a very good copy of the Doyle adapted play of his own story from 20 years before. It is one of the scarcer Doyle titles. Very good. Item #855
Initially published in "The Adventures" in 1892, it was adapted for the stage by Doyle as "The Stonor Case" and premiered at the Adelphi Theatre in London on June 4, 1910. There were some changes to the story and additions of characters, but the themes remained in both versions; manipulation and control of typically vulnerable Victorian women. The popularity of "Speckled Band" can perhaps be explained by Doyle's use of Gothic elements, particularly in developing the villain, Dr. Roylott—not typical of most Holmes stories.
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$5,000.00