Little book of Sherlock Holmes

Created by the Scottish author and physician Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes is now a world-renowned fictional detective who first appeared in print in 1887.

Famous for his astute logical reasoning, his ability to adopt almost any disguise and his use of forensic science skills to solve difficult cases, the detective skills of Sherlock Holmes border on phenomenal.

This book looks at the birth of the man, his habits and personality, his methods of detection and his influence on literature, right up to his place in our lives today, including museums, societies and the recent BBS series Sherlock, a thrilling, funny and fast-paced contemporary reimagining of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson's adventures in 21st century London.