Arthur Conan Doyle: Beyond Baker Street by Janet B. Pascal (.PDF)
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Arthur Conan Doyle: Beyond Baker Street (2000) by Janet B. Pascal
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Overview: Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) is best known for his Sherlock Holmes stories and novels, yet he considered them only a small part of his literary output. He expected to be remembered for his historical fiction, especially The White Company. He also wrote science fiction novels, short stories, and horror tales. He was knighted for a pamphlet he wrote justifying England’s actions during the Boer War, in which he served as a physician in a field hospital. After one of his sons was killed during World War I, he turned to spiritualism for comfort. He became a prominent spiritualist, lecturing and writing frequently on the subject. This book–the first biography of Arthur Conan Doyle written for young adults–provides a lively account of the writer’s fascinating life. Pascal considers the overlaps between the fictional Holmes and Watson and their creator, and draws a memorable picture of late Victorian society. Sidebars containing excerpts from Doyle’s writings, and numerous photographs and illustrations invigorate the captivating narrative.
Genre: Non-Fiction > Biographies & Memoirs
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