Arthur Conan Doyle : A Life

Conan Doyle (1859-1930) will always be remembered for the character of Sherlock Holmes.

But he was a prolific writer - of short stories, of science fiction and historical fiction - including "The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard".

In his biography, Pearson considers how his life is reflected in his books - including his background as a doctor, and his enduring (and public) belief in spiritualism.