A Scandal in Bohemia Text, Page 73

A Scandal in Bohemia Text, Page 73

An excerpt from the original Strand Magazine publication of "A Scandal in Bohemia"

Obtained via HathiTrust's digital records of The Strand Magazine, this pdf reconstructs the original publication of "A Scandal in Bohemia." This image attached depicts the conclusion of the story's second section and the beginning of its third, in addition to the accompanying illustration by Sidney Paget (see Omeka Item 413 for more information on this piece). The situation of the illustration in the center of the page, surrounded by the story, is of particular note when one examines the piece. As the illustration depicts the wit and talents of Irene Adler, the story's antagonist, its positionality on the page is reflective of the character's centrality to the story. Just as Adler's characterization becomes the central focus of Holmes' actions throughout the story (and, as a result, the central focus of the audience's attention), so too is this illustration the literal center of the page on which it is published, immediately drawing the reader's eye.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Sidney Paget via The Strand Magazine

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The Strand Magazine

July 1891

Princeton University Library

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English

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