How the idea moved: 3 landmark works

1. 1868The MoonstoneWilkie CollinsOriginNovel

   The Moonstone is often cited as the first full-length detective novel in English, establishing many of its foundational conventions.

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2. 1887A Study in ScarletArthur Conan DoyleEvolutionNovel

   The success of "A Study in Scarlet" led directly to the popular short stories that further cemented Holmes's character and methods in episodic form. (passes on to The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes)

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3. 1892The Adventures of Sherlock HolmesArthur Conan DoyleEvolutionShort Story

   The success of "A Study in Scarlet" led directly to the popular short stories that further cemented Holmes's character and methods in episodic form. (inherits from A Study in Scarlet)

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