Book · 1966 · Children's stories
Silver Blaze
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I think my favorite has to be um Silver Blaze the one about the the missing racehorse.
The best things said about it
What was it called? The name Silver Blaze. That's right. Silver Blaze. 1892.
Why people recommend it
Silver Blaze by Arthur Conan Doyle is a classic 1892 short story featuring the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes as he investigates the mysterious disappearance of a famous racehorse and the murder of its trainer. The enduring appeal of this mystery was highlighted across multiple podcast discussions. Ben Bowlin spoke about the 1892 Arthur Conan Doyle tale Silver Blaze on an episode of Stuff They Don't Want You To Know titled Listener Mail: Mysterious Booms, Near-death Experiences | STUFF THEY DON'T WANT in November 2025. Bowlin brought up the famous title after a listener voicemail explained a literary reference, helping to jog his memory regarding the exact name and publication year of the classic Holmes adventure. Additionally, Michael Sims discussed the enduring legacy of Arthur Conan Doyle's work on The Book Review during the July 2024 segment From Brooklyn to the Gulag. When asked about his personal preferences within the canon, Sims revealed that his absolute favorite adventure is indeed Silver Blaze, specifically citing the compelling plot surrounding the missing racehorse. Both podcast appearances demonstrate how this particular nineteenth-century mystery continues to capture the imagination of readers, literary scholars, and podcasters alike, maintaining its status as a standout piece within the extensive Sherlock Holmes catalog more than a century after its initial publication.
Every mention
Ben Bowlin What was it called? The name Silver Blaze. That's right. Silver Blaze. 1892. 1
“What was it called? The name Silver Blaze. That's right. Silver Blaze. 1892.”
Michael Sims I think my favorite has to be um Silver Blaze the one about the the missing racehorse 1
“I think my favorite has to be um Silver Blaze the one about the the missing racehorse”