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5.0 (9 reviews)
A1 for English-speaking learners
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Imagine reading “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes” in Spanish – and understanding every page

“The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes” (in Spanish: “As Aventuras de 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'll 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 and Dr. Watson solve baffling cases from their Baker Street flat.
  • Holmes uses unparalleled observation and deductive reasoning to piece together fragmented clues.
  • He outwits Scotland Yard, exposes Victorian society's darkest secrets, and relentlessly pursues truth and justice.

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 are 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, gap-fills, anagrams) adapted to the A1 level – new words stick in your mind.
  • Learn anywhere: A mobile app with games allows you to review vocabulary on your way to work, 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.

Tailored 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 an A1 level graded reader. Not sure which level to choose? Take our 3-minute placement test on our website – we'll immediately show you which book is 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.


Clara Fieldlove

Translator and editor

Clara Fieldlove

Clara Fieldlove edits English-language scaffolding around Spanish narratives for the extensive-reading list. She steers clear of over-literal cognates that mislead beginners and prefers short glosses tied to the immediate context. She has a soft spot for dialogue-heavy chapters where rhythm matters as much as vocabulary.

Customer Reviews

5.0
(9 reviews)
chris_wales 2025-12-03

Short review: sensible, readable, no hype. Good for real beginners.

rob_denver 2025-12-20

The Spanish–English glossary saves me from random Google tabs. Exercises match the level.

lisa_dallas 2026-01-11

Quick take: good book, great glossary, exercises without fuss.

owen_a1_ut 2026-02-05

Words return in the text, so they stick better. Glossary helps too.

jess_portland 2026-03-04

Exercises make sense without a tutor. Solid for self-study at A1.

Pages248
Chapters12
For learnersfor English-speaking learners
ISBN (Paperback)9788368847802
ISBN (E-Book)9788384562024
Published2026-06-01

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About Spanish (the language of this book)

Where Spanish is spoken

Spanish (Castilian) is an official language in Spain and is spoken throughout Latin America. It is also an official language of Equatorial Guinea and is widely studied as a second language in the United States, Brazil, and Western Europe.

How many people speak it

About 500 million people speak Spanish as a first language; counts of all users including second-language speakers are often placed near 600 million.

Grammar and structure

Spanish is a mostly synthetic Romance language: verbs carry rich endings for person, tense, and mood; nouns and adjectives agree in gender (masculine/feminine) and number. Word order is flexible compared with English, with subject pronouns often omitted because the verb ending identifies the subject. Learners focus on ser vs. estar, the subjunctive, and object pronoun placement.