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Imagine reading „The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes” in Dutch – and understanding every page

„The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes” (in Dutch: „De avonturen van Sherlock Holmes”, orig. Adventures of Sherlock Holmes) by Arthur Conan Doyle – is a complete, engaging story adapted specifically for the A1 (beginner) level. You don't need to know every word. You understand 95% of the text immediately, and every new word is explained in the margin. You simply read – and learn naturally.

What is this book about?

  • Sherlock Holmes, the brilliant consulting detective, and his loyal companion Dr. Watson navigate the shadowy underbelly of Victorian London.
  • Each tale presents a unique, seemingly insoluble enigma, from stolen jewels and bizarre disappearances to blackmail and murder.
  • Holmes employs his unparalleled powers of deduction, keen observation, and scientific method to unravel the most intricate criminal puzzles.

Why does this work better than apps and textbooks?

Our books are based on the Pentecost Method – the only approach 100% based on scientific research into language learning. The result? You learn faster, remember more, and actually enjoy learning.

  • Read without interruption: Translations of the most difficult words can be found in the margin of each page – you don't have to break away from the story to look them up in a dictionary.
  • Consolidate what you've read: After each chapter, there are exercises (crosswords, fill-in-the-blanks, anagrams) tailored to the A1 level – new words stick in your mind.
  • Learn anywhere: The mobile app with games allows you to review vocabulary on your commute, in line, or wherever you have a moment.
  • Build lasting vocabulary: Flashcards at the end of the book allow you to systematically review the most important words – so you don't forget what you've learned.

Matched to your exact level

The vocabulary in this book has been selected based on an analysis of 2 billion words from authentic texts, precisely matched to the A1 level. You learn exactly the words that are most useful in everyday life.

How to choose the right level?

This book is at the A1 level. Not sure which level to choose? Take our 3-minute placement test on our website – we'll immediately show you which book is right for you.

About the author

Arthur Conan Doyle

Author

Arthur Conan Doyle

Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) was a Scottish physician and writer, the creator of Sherlock Holmes. The brilliant detective was modelled on his university teacher, Dr. Joseph Bell, famous for his razor-sharp powers of observation.


Anne Frank

Translator and editor

Anne Frank edits English support text for Dutch originals in the series. She is careful with false friends between Dutch and English and flags them early in the glossary. When a joke depends on word order, she looks for an English equivalent that keeps the beat of the scene instead of explaining the punchline away.

Customer Reviews

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(6 reviews)
Tulip_Time 2026-04-26
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Our shared Gdrmanic vocabulary makes these A1 Dutch stories fly!

RooftopRunner 2026-05-20
★★★★★

Lifesaver.

GoudaGuy 2026-06-27
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Cracking Dutfh read

LootLoverLiam 2026-08-28
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Doable!

ExpatWifeLife 2026-09-16
★★★★☆

Wish I'c had these before Amsterdam, honestly!

Pages192
Chapters12
For learnersfor English-speaking learners
ISBN (E-Book)9788384562376
ISBN (Paperback)9788384562383
Published2026-11-04

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  1. Can you circumnavigate the globe in 80 days, with a detective convinced you're a thief? Get lost in this classic adventure and effortlessly build your A1 Dutch vocabulary, absorbing real-world phrases without a textbook.

    Side glossary · In-book and online exercises

About Dutch (the language of this book)

Where Dutch is spoken

Dutch is an official language in the Netherlands, Belgium (Flanders), Suriname, and parts of the Caribbean. Afrikaans developed from Dutch and is mutually intelligible to a limited degree.

How many people speak it

Dutch has about 24 million native speakers in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Suriname, plus several million who use it as a second language.

Grammar and structure

Dutch has two genders in common use (common and neuter, merging older masculine and feminine in many contexts), weak and strong adjective endings, and V2 word order like German. Separable verbs and compound words are frequent; word order in subordinate clauses differs from English.