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Adventures in Compliance: The Last Bow Stories – Investigation Lessons from The Adventure of The Devil’s Foot

Welcome to a review of all the Sherlock Holmes stories collected in the work “His Last Bow.” This collection comprises eight detective stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle from 1908 to 1917. The compilation spans some of the most intriguing cases and mysteries that Holmes and his loyal friend Dr. John Watson tackle.

Today, we take up “The Adventure of the Devil’s Foot,” which appeared in Strand Magazine in December 1910, as we consider investigative lessons for compliance professionals from this story.

The episode provides an analysis of Holmes and Watson’s investigation in Cornwall, involving a mysterious death and insanity in a local family. It draws parallels between Holmes’ investigative techniques and modern compliance investigations, offering seven key lessons, such as attention to detail, hypothesis testing, and effective communication. The episode also includes insights on improving compliance programs and encourages listeners to engage with and review more Sherlock Holmes stories.

Key Highlights:

Introduction to ‘His Last Bow’
Holmes and Watson in Cornwall
The Cornish Horror Unfolds
Holmes’ Investigation and Resolution
Investigative Lessons for Compliance

Resources:

The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes

Sherlock Holmes FAQ

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The Return of Sherlock Holmes: Investigative Lessons and Data Analytics Insights from The Adventure of the Abbey Grange

Welcome to a review of all the Sherlock Holmes stories that are collected in the work “The Return of Sherlock Holmes.”

It is a collection of thirteen detective stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, marking the reappearance of the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes after his apparent death in “The Final Problem.” The collection spans various intriguing cases and mysteries that Holmes and his loyal friend, Dr. Watson tackle.

Today we consider some investigative lessons and data analytics insights from The Adventure of the Abbey Grange.

The Adventure of the Abbey Grange is a riveting Sherlock Holmes story that intricately weaves together a murder mystery with Holmes’ shrewd investigative techniques. The narrative not only showcases Holmes’ astute data collection and interpretation skills but also raises pertinent ethical questions related to privacy, consent, and data protection.

Tom Fox offers an insightful analysis of the story, emphasizing its ethical implications. His views stem from a deep examination of Holmes’ methods and the moral dilemmas they encapsulate. Fox’s perspective underscores the tightrope walk between seeking justice and revenge, urging readers to contemplate the ethical dimensions of detective work.