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5.0 (18 reviews)
A1 for English-speaking learners
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Imagine reading “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes” in German – and understanding every page

“The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes” (in German: “Die Abenteuer des 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 and Dr. Watson tackle a myriad of baffling cases from their Baker Street flat.
  • Holmes uses unparalleled powers of observation and deductive reasoning to piece together fragmented clues.
  • He often outwits Scotland Yard, exposing the darkest secrets of Victorian society and pursuing truth and justice.

Why does it work better than apps and textbooks?

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

  • 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) tailored to the A1 level – new words stick in your mind.
  • Learn anywhere: A mobile app with games allows you to review vocabulary on your commute, in line, or whenever 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.


Angela Borderkeeper

Translator and editor

Angela Borderkeeper

Angela Borderkeeper adapts German-language stories for English readers who are building vocabulary through extensive reading. She balances literal clarity with readable English, especially where German stacks nouns or uses modal particles that do not map neatly. Her side notes focus on collocations learners will meet again in real newspapers and podcasts.

Customer Reviews

5.0
(18 reviews)
susan_maine 2025-12-01

Good first graded reader if German reading always felt impossible.

alex_nv 2025-12-16

In dialogues I know who is speaking. On A1 that matters more than it sounds.

Fiona 2025-12-22

Logical sequence: text, comprehension check, vocabulary from that reading.

beth.uk 2026-01-04

American here - same: readable, honest A1, sensible end-of-chapter drills.

chris_w 2026-01-12

Clean layout, no clutter. Good if reading in German used to scare me.

Pages236
Chapters12
For learnersfor English-speaking learners
ISBN (E-Book)9788368847086
ISBN (Paperback)9788368847840
Published2026-03-19

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About German (the language of this book)

Where German is spoken

German is an official language in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, and Belgium (in part), and is spoken by communities across Europe and worldwide.

How many people speak it

German has roughly 80–100 million native speakers and well over 100 million people who use it regularly as a second or foreign language, chiefly in Europe.

Grammar and structure

German is known for its three genders (masculine, feminine, neuter), four cases (nominative, accusative, dative, genitive), and verb-second (V2) word order in main clauses. Compound nouns are frequent; separable verbs and modal verbs are core topics for learners at intermediate levels.