What became of the cases Sherlock Holmes failed to solve? The mysteries that remained unsolved, the riddles that never found their explanation?

Now, the truth behind these secret stories is finally revealed, straight from Dr. Watson's pen.

In this exclusive collection, readers will embark on five thrilling adventures that Holmes never allowed to be published. From the perplexing affair at the Ingraham Institute to the mysterious case of Harun al Rashid's manuscript, the master detective's abilities are challenged as never before.

Experience Holmes and Watson at their most vulnerable, where brilliance meets adversity and even the keenest minds can be led astray. These stories cast new light on the legendary duo, revealing a more human side of the world's greatest detective.

This edition marks the first English translation of the Swedish original from 1908, bringing these remarkable cases to English-speaking readers for the first time.

A must-read for all Sherlock Holmes enthusiasts.

Frans Oskar Wågman (1849-1913) was a Swedish parish priest, hymn translator, and author. His most popular works are two collections of parodic short stories, published under the pseudonym Sture Stig. Here we meet a Dr. Watson who is considerably less impressed with Sherlock Holmes than in Arthur Conan Doyle's stories.