The Mysterious World of Sherlock Holmes by Bruce Wexler

The Mysterious World of Sherlock Holmes by Bruce Wexler

Over a century since his first appearance in print, Sherlock Holmes remains an iconic figure today. This unique companion is a collectors dream, allowing fans to delve into the criminal environment of foggy, gas-lit Victorian London-the world of the all-time greatest detective. The book brings to life the elements of Holmess success, the crime scene of his day, his history in film and television, and the present-day Holmes legacy. Featured throughout are famous figures such as Holmess faithful sidekick, Dr. Watson; his nemesis, Professor Moriarity; and Sherlock Holmes creator Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Filled with more than 150 images-many of the works by the great original illustrators of Conan Doyles stories-this volume presents an excellent mix of information to satisfy legions of Holmes collectors, mystery fans, and historians fascinated by a bygone era.

Through meticulous study, Bruce Wexler has gained an intimate knowledge of the Victorian crime scene and early attempts at using forensic and logical methods of detection. Applying this study to his great fondness for the Sherlock Holmes stories, he has been able to blend the two -- fact and fiction -- to bring new insight into the life and times of the great detective.Bruce Wexler's other books are The Wild, Wild West of Louis L'Amour and The Authentic South of Gone with the Wind.

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ISBN 13	9780762432523
ISBN 10	0762432527
Title	The Mysterious World of Sherlock Holmes
Author	Bruce Wexler
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Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	INGRAM PUBLISHER SERVICES US
Year published	2008-04-22
Number of pages	192
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