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Item specifics
- Condition
- Very good
- Seller notes
- “Clean intact pages, no writing. Please view photos.”
- Features
- Dust Jacket, Illustrated
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- United States
- ISBN
- 9780785835011
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Book Sales, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0785835016
ISBN-13
9780785835011
eBay Product ID (ePID)
228961099
Product Key Features
Book Title
Creating Sherlock Holmes : the Remarkable Story of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Number of Pages
192 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Mystery & Detective, European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
Publication Year
2017
Genre
Literary Criticism, Literary Collections
Book Series
Oxford People Ser.
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
32.7 Oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
7.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Series Volume Number
18
Synopsis
Creating Sherlock Holmes chronicles the life and times of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and the legendary Sherlock Holmes--the famous writer and his brilliant creation. Since Sherlock Holmes first appeared in the 1887 novel A Study in Scarlet , he has taken on a life of his own. But despite thousands of portrayals over the past one hundred years in books, on stage, in films and television, and even video game adaptations, what do we know about the great detective ? Who was he and where did he come from? Holmes remains an enigma --his original life contained in fifty-six short stories and four novels. His creator, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, was a celebrity figure during his own lifetime. Fans turned out in thousands around the world to catch a glimpse of the man who had invented one of the most memorable characters in popular culture. Creating Sherlock Holmes outlines for you the life Sir Arthur Conan Doyle lived, and how Holmes affected it . In the process, author Charlotte Montague reveals two great men whose lives are forever twisted together in history. One man is strikingly real and powerful, while the other is fictional, but destined to long outlive his creator ., This book chronicles the life and times of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Sherlock Holmes--the famous writer and his brilliant creation. In the process, Charlotte Montague reveals two great men whose lives are forever twisted together in history. One man is strikingly real and powerful, while the other is fictional, but destined to long outlive his creator., Creating Sherlock Holmes chronicles the life and times of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and the legendary Sherlock Holmes--the famous writer and his brilliant creation. Since Sherlock Holmes first appeared in the 1887 novel A Study in Scarlet , he has taken on a life of his own. But despite thousands of portrayals over the past one hundred years in books, on stage, in films and television, and even video game adaptations, what do we know about the great detective ? Who was he and where did he come from? Holmes remains an enigma --his original life contained in fifty-six short stories and four novels. His creator, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, was a celebrity figure during his own lifetime. Fans turned out in thousands around the world to catch a glimpse of the man who had invented one of the most memorable characters in popular culture. Creating Sherlock Holmes outlines for you the life Sir Arthur Conan Doyle lived, and how Holmes affected it . In the process, author Charlotte Montague reveals two great men whose lives are forever twisted together in history. One man is strikingly real and powerful, while the other is fictional, but destined to long outlive his creator . The Oxford People series offers deep dives into the most influential people, subjects, and cultures from history. From horror-fiction legends like H. P. Lovecraft and Edgar Allen Poe, to historical heavyweights like Houdini and JFK, to the supernatural world of vampires, werewolves, and ghosts--Oxford People encompasses it all. Other titles in this series include : Angels, Che, Edgar Allen Poe, Extreme Science, Gettysburg, Ghosts, Gunfighters, Houdini, HP Lovecraft, John F. Kennedy, Myths and Legends, Privates and Privateers, Roosevelt and Churchill, Royal Weddings, Skies of WWII, Tesla, Tesla vs. Edison, Vampires, Vikings, Werewolves, Women of Invention, Zombies.
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- n***g (843)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseI ordered a Sherlock Holmes book that counting cost and shipping was an excellent value. It came very quickly and was packed very carefully. The book arrived in excellent condition. I am very happy with my purchase. This is an excellent seller.
- d***a (70)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe item arrived on time, sooner than I expected it too. My order met the description and is what was pictured. It was also packaged very well, overall, I am happy with my purchase and would recommend this seller to anyone. The VHS was used, obviously - but well taken care of. I think the value you get out of used VHS from this seller is great. I am glad to watch The Wizard of Oz in this format, and the booklet is a nice addition with the tape for my collection! :) A++ Seller and A++ Experience
- l***b (113)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItem arrived in "perfect" condition, exactly as described. Communication with the seller before purchase answered quickly my questions I had about the item. Item was well packaged and shipped quickly . Seller sold item at a very reasonable price. Thanks!Dept 56 #56308 Woodsmen Elves Set of 3 Heritage Village Christmas Accessory (#235871472318)
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