The Adventure of the Lion's Mane

Style and Technique

«The Adventure of the Lion's Mane» by Arthur Conan Doyle differs from most other Sherlock Holmes stories in that it is narrated by Holmes himself, rather than Dr. Watson. This allows the reader to delve deeper into the thoughts and methods of the great detective. The style of the story is characterized by conciseness and precision, typical of the detective genre. The language is rich in details that help create an atmosphere of mystery and tension. Literary devices such as retrospection and descriptive elements of nature enhance the drama and help recreate the setting of the English countryside. The structure of the story follows the classic detective scheme: mystery, investigation, and resolution, allowing the reader to follow Holmes's thought process and participate in solving the mystery.