"The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes" is a collection of twelve short stories featuring the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal companion, Dr. John Watson. Written by Arthur Conan Doyle, these tales were published in 1927 and present some of Holmes's most challenging and remarkable cases. The stories reflect Holmes's exceptional deductive skills and provide a glimpse into the darker aspects of human nature, as he tackles various mysteries ranging from theft to murder.