Episode 3 of 3

First Book Edition

When
July 1888
Where
London
Part of
Sherlock Holmes debuts in A Study in Scarlet

The novel was published as a standalone book in July 1888, featuring illustrations by the author's father.

The novel was first published as a book in July 1888 by Ward, Lock & Co. This edition featured drawings by the author's father, Charles Doyle. The story marks the first appearance of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson.

Sources

  1. A Study in Scarlet Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-06

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