A brief history of Sherlock Holmes : [the complete guide to the world's most famous detective

Created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in 1887, Sherlock Holmes appears in four novels and fifty-six short stories. Although Holmes was not the first literary detective, he continues to have a perennial allure as the ultimate sleuth. As Holmes is being re-introduced to a new audience through TV and film, Cawthorne introduces the general reader to Holmes and his creator Arthur Conan Doyle. He gives a full biography of author as well as his creation, including his resurrection following his unlikely death at the hands of arch enemy, Moriarty. Cawthorne also surveys the world of Holmes, looking at Victorian crime, the real characters behind Dr Watson and Inspector Lestrade, as well as the world on the doorstep of 22b Baker Street. This book tells the story behind the greatest detective in history. Created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in 1887, Sherlock Holmes appears in four novels and fifty-six short stories. Although Holmes was not the first literary detective, he continues to have a perennial allure as the ultimate sleuth. As Holmes is being re-introduced to a new audience through TV and film, Cawthorne introduces readers to Holmes. He gives a full biography of the author as well as his creation, including his resurrection following his unlikely death at the hands of arch-enemy, Moriarty. Cawthorne also surveys the world of Holmes, looking at Victorian crime, the real characters behind Dr. Watson and Inspector Lestrade, as well as the world on the doorstep of 221b Baker Street. This is essential reading for old and new fans alike. - Back cover.

The phenomenal history of the famous detective is finally compiled in one convenient volume for Holmes fans and scholars alike. No other volume on the classic novels and stories describes so fully the history of the character, from conception to his resurrection after his untimely death. Also included is a biography of author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, providing context for this timeless character. Cawthorne covers everything from the short stories to the film adaptations and why Holmes is such an enduring popular figure.

Introduction : The brains of Baker Street Sir Arthur Conan Doyle The birth and death of Sherlock Holmes Holmes resurrected A Study in Scarlet and The Sign of the Four The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes The Hound of the Baskervilles and The Valley of Fear The Return of Sherlock Holmes His Last Bow The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes The life of a mastermind Beneath the deerstalker Dr. Watson Mycroft and other helpmates Professor Moriarty and other villains Inspector Lestrade and Scotland Yard Created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in 1887, Sherlock Holmes appears in 4 novels and 56 short stories. Although Holmes was not the first literary detective, he continues to have a perennial allure as the ultimate sleuth. Cawthorne introduces the general reader to Holmes and his creator Arthur Conan Doyle.