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Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson
918. Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle đź’Ž (Learn English with a Short Story)
Jan 20, 2025
Dive into a whimsical Sherlock Holmes mystery filled with a lost hat, a goose, and a stolen gemstone! Explore the playful tone and clever deductions as Holmes investigates the curious case of the blue carbuncle. Listen to the engaging narrative while unpacking old-fashioned language and vocabulary for a richer understanding. The adventure takes a turn when moral choices come into play, highlighting themes of innocence and compassion during the holiday season. Perfect for language learners and mystery enthusiasts alike!
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- The podcast features a classic Sherlock Holmes story centering on a blue gemstone, emphasizing the detective's iconic deductive skills.
- Holmes's analysis of an old hat conveys insights into the mysterious owner's background and the narrative's thematic richness.
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Introduction to the Blue Carbuncle
The story revolves around a valuable blue gemstone known as the blue carbuncle, first introduced when Watson visits Holmes. Holmes examines an old hat and a goose that have been found by a commissionaire named Peterson on Christmas morning. A significant part of the narrative is the deductive reasoning displayed by Holmes as he attempts to solve the mystery of the hat's owner and the goose's connection to a missing jewel. The initial setting presents an everyday scenario that soon escalates into a classic Sherlock Holmes investigation.
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