The Firm of Girdlestone


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The Firm of Girdlestone


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Father and son team John and Ezra Girdlestone are facing the financial ruin of their family business. In order to save the firm and the family name, the duo come up with a series of devious plans in order to cheat and trick their way into a fortune. Will the cunning pair succeed? This is a gripping story full of fascinating and villainous characters from the famous Sherlock Holmes author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British author, best known as the creator of the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, he was educated in England and Austria before studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh. It was during his time at university that Doyle began writing short stories, submitting them to magazines and journals. His first Sherlock Holmes novel, ‘A Study in Scarlet’ was written in just three weeks and published in 1887 to favourable reviews, and more Sherlock adventures followed. By 1893, Doyle was growing tired of Sherlock and attempted to kill him off in the story ‘The Final Problem’, but public outcry caused him to resurrect the famous detective. He featured in a total of 56 short stories and four novels along with his trusty sidekick Dr Watson and made Doyle one of the best-paid authors of the time. The stories have been adapted multiple times; most recently in the successful BBC series ‘Sherlock’ starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Later literary works included the Professor Challenger series which began with ‘The Lost World’, in which Challenger sets out to find evidence of prehistoric life. The book inspired numerous adaptations, including the films ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Lost World’. In later life Doyle became captivated by the world of spiritualism and the occult and published non-fiction works about his beliefs including ‘The Coming of the Fairies’. Arthur Conan Doyle died at home in 1930.




The Firm of Girdlestone


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The Firm of Girdlestone


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The Firm of Girdlestone


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The Firm of Girdlestone


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Delve into the world of business and intrigue with A. Conan Doyle’s captivating novel, "The Firm of Girdlestone." This compelling story intertwines themes of greed, ambition, and the darker sides of human nature, pulling readers into a web of deception and moral dilemmas. What lengths will people go to in the pursuit of wealth and power? As the narrative unfolds, we follow the story of a reputable firm teetering on the edge of ruin. Doyle presents a rich tapestry of characters, each driven by their own desires and fears, revealing the complex interplay of loyalty and betrayal in the business world. Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, "The Firm of Girdlestone" offers a unique glimpse into the era’s commercial practices and social dynamics. Through sharp wit and keen observation, Doyle invites readers to explore the consequences of unchecked ambition and the price of success. Are you prepared to uncover the moral complexities of a world driven by profit? This novel is more than just a tale of commerce; it’s an exploration of the human spirit and the ethical challenges that accompany the quest for success. Each chapter promises revelations that will make you ponder the true cost of ambition. Don’t miss your chance to experience this thought-provoking story! Grab your copy of "The Firm of Girdlestone" today and immerse yourself in a riveting journey through the highs and lows of the business world!







The Firm of Girdlestone. A Romance of The Unromantic


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The Firm of Girdlestone by Arthur Conan Doyle: The Firm of Girdlestone is a novel by Arthur Conan Doyle that follows the Girdlestone family, who run a successful shipping business. The story takes a twist when a young doctor becomes involved with the family and uncovers their shady practices. This thrilling tale combines elements of mystery, suspense, and moral dilemma as the characters grapple with their choices and face the consequences of their actions. Key Aspects of the Book "The Firm of Girdlestone": Morality and Ethics: The novel explores themes of morality and ethics as the characters confront the ethical dilemmas brought on by their business practices. Intrigue and Suspense: The story is filled with twists and turns, keeping readers engaged and eager to uncover the secrets of the Girdlestone family. Character Development: Conan Doyle skillfully develops the characters, providing depth and complexity as they navigate their personal and professional lives. Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British writer and physician best known for his detective stories featuring Sherlock Holmes. Beyond the famous detective tales, Conan Doyle wrote in various genres, including historical fiction, science fiction, and adventure novels. The Firm of Girdlestone showcases Conan Doyle's storytelling abilities and his exploration of moral and ethical questions within a gripping narrative.




The Firm of Girdlestone by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Delphi Classics (Illustrated)


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This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘The Firm of Girdlestone’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Doyle includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘The Firm of Girdlestone’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Doyle’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles




The Firm of Girdlestone


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The Firm of Girdlestone By Arthur Conan Doyle The Firm of Girdlestone is a novel by British author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It was first published in 1890 by Chatto and Windus in London, England. In 1915 a silent film adaptation The Firm of Girdlestone was made. John Girdlestone owns the firm of Girdlestone. It is a very lucrative business and John Girdlestone and his son Ezra Girdlestone are respected by everyone. Both father and son are cynics and have no other thought but for their business; after giving a donation of £25 for charity, John Girdlestone remarks to himself that it is not a bad "investment", as it will make a favorable impression on the collector, who is a Member of Parliament, whose influence he hopes to use some day. Ezra, his son, is even more of a cynic, as the elder Girdlestone's cynicism is mitigated by his supposed religiosity. However, he manifests a great acumen for business, sometimes even surpassing his father's sharpness in business matters. A series of disastrous speculations by the elder Girdlestone financially ruins the firm. After keeping the impending bankruptcy a secret from everyone for a time, he tells his son (whom he has fooled with a dummy ledger) about it. The son is disgusted by his father's rashness. They resort to chicanery to save the firm. They plan to send an agent to the Ural mountains who will claim to have found diamond mines. They speculate that the resulting plunge in the prices of diamonds in England and South Africa will force the dealers to get rid of their diamonds quickly at absurdly cheap rates to avoid total financial ruin, which would eventually fall on them if diamonds from the Urals start pouring in the market. They will then step in and buy as many diamonds as their remaining money would allow them. Once their capital is exhausted, their agent will disappear and the discovery that the Ural diamond mines were a hoax would skyrocket the prices of diamonds once again, leaving them rich men. Their plan works perfectly and the prices go down just as they had expected. Ezra Girdlestone travels to South Africa to buy from the dealers there while John Girdlestone starts buying in London. After they spend all their money on diamonds and get ready to call their agent back from the Urals, their plan collapses with the discovery of bona fide diamond mines in South Africa. As a fellow conspirator tells Ezra in South Africa: "Russia or no Russia, the prices will not go up!" He goes back to England and both of them sell their diamonds cheaply, which leaves them in an even more precarious situation than they already were in. A very old friend of John Girdlestone had entrusted his daughter to him before dying. She was heir to £40,000 which she would inherit upon coming of age. John Girdlestone persuades his son to seduce the girl and marry her so that they could get their hands on the money. Ezra fails miserably not only because he is totally inept in romance, but because the girl is already in love with another man.