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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

His Last Bow [8 stories]

by Arthur Conan Doyle
Aggregate Editorial Score55/100
#308of 99,626 books
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Published 1917English
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About This Book

Published in 1917, His Last Bow [8 stories] established Arthur Conan Doyle as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. His Last Bow [8 stories] (1917) establishes Arthur Conan Doyle as a significant voice in literary fiction, weaving together themes of identity, memory, and transformation.

Book Details

AuthorArthur Conan Doyle
Published1917
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score55/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 1917, Arthur Conan Doyle's His Last Bow [8 stories] is a work of literary fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with the human condition gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Its aggregate editorial score of 55/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. What distinguishes His Last Bow [8 stories] is how it handles its central concerns — the human condition — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. His Last Bow [8 stories] reflects Arthur Conan Doyle's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with United Kingdom's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

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notable · national
191755
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About the Author
Arthur Conan Doyle
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Arthur Conan Doyle is a United Kingdom author whose work in literary fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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