Arthur Conan Doyle: The Man Behind Sherlock Holmes

Posted by admin on May 19, 2012 Comments Off

Arthur Conan Doyle: The Man Behind Sherlock Holmes

In the year 1900, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was at the height of his success as a doctor, a sportsman, a writer of historical novels, a champion of the oppressed and, most notably, the creator of that honorable, brave, and eminently sensible master detective, Sherlock Holmes. Every new Holmes story was greeted with great anticipation and confidence in the knowledge that, however complex the crime, the supremely intelligent and logical detective would solve it. But in 1916 Conan Doyle surprised his readers by declaring that he believed in Spiritualism. And when, in 1922, he published a book in which he professed to believe in fairies, his devotees were distinctly non-plussed. How could the man who invented the ultra-rational Holmes claim to believe in something as vague and unproven as the paranormal? Andrew Norman delves into both Doyle’s medical records and his writings to unravel the mystery.

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La Pensionnaire Voilée : Les Enquêtes De Sherlock Holmes

Posted by admin on March 15, 2012 Comments Off

La Pensionnaire Voilée : Les Enquêtes De Sherlock Holmes
La Pensionnaire Voilée : Les Enquêtes De Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes: The Complete Short Stories (2 Vol. Set)

Posted by admin on March 14, 2012 Comments Off

The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes: The Complete Short Stories (2 Vol. Set)

A cause for international celebration—the most important Sherlock Holmes publication in four decades.

This monumental edition promises to be the most important new contribution to Sherlock Holmes literature since William Baring-Gould’s 1967 classic work. In this boxed set, Leslie Klinger, a leading world authority, reassembles Arthur Conan Doyle’s 56 classic short stories in the order in which they appeared in late nineteenth- and early twentieth-century book editions. Inside, readers will find a cornucopia of insights: beginners will benefit from Klinger’s insightful biographies of Holmes, Watson, and Conan Doyle; history lovers will revel in the wealth of Victorian literary and cultural details; Sherlockian fanatics will puzzle over tantalizing new theories; art lovers will thrill to the 800-plus illustrations, which make this the most lavishly illustrated edition of the Holmes tales ever produced. The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes illuminates the timeless genius of Arthur Conan Doyle for an entirely new generation of readers. Two-color text throughout; 800+ illustrations

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Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon

Posted by admin on February 6, 2012 Comments Off

Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon
BASIL RATHBONE NIGEL BRUCE
In SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE SECRET WEAPON
Digitally Restored in 35mm
The master detective Sherlock Holmes (Basil Rathbone) and his faithful cohort Dr. Watson (Nigel Bruce) are back, preserved and digitally restored in 35mm to original condition by the UCLA Film and Television Archive. This newly restored version of the classic film includes the period war bond tag, studio logo and credits from its original theatrical release. Filled with ominous shadows and interesting camera angles, the visual beauty of the film in 35mm is stunning.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s “The Adventure of the Dancing Men” inspired THE SECRET WEAPON. The wartime plot pits Sherlock Holmes once more against his nemesis, the villainously brilliant Professor Moriarty, who was believed dead but is now working for the Nazis. The Nazis have assigned Moriarty to kidnap Dr. Franz Tobel, the inventor of a new super bombsight. Sherlock Holmes outwits the enemy agents and escapes with Tobel and his precious invention. But despite elaborate precautions, the inventor later disappears before the process of manufacturing the bombsight is perfected.

Holmes and Watson must stop the Nazis from getting their hands on the new bombsight, wrapped in a code of dancing men. Using a variety of disguises – a Swiss inventor, the Lascar sailor Ram Singh, and an old German bookseller, Holmes puts his own life on the line in a race against the clock to prevent Moriarty from carrying out his evil plans. THE SECRET WEAPON is also the first of the films to introduce Dennis Hoey as Scotland Yard detective Inspector Lestrade. Preserved and restored in 35mm by the UCLA Film and Television Archive.

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Close To Holmes – A Look at the Connections Between Historical London, Sherlock Holmes and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Posted by admin on January 17, 2012 Comments Off

Close To Holmes - A Look at the Connections Between Historical London, Sherlock Holmes and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
The London of the late nineteenth century was home to both Arthur Conan Doyle and his famous detective – Sherlock Holmes. This book looks at some of the many locations in both central and outer London that have connections to one or both of these famous names. In addition to examining the history this book also looks at some of the theories that have been woven over the years around Holmes and these locations.

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Le Problème Final : Les Enquêtes De Sherlock Holmes

Posted by admin on January 13, 2012 Comments Off

Le Problème Final : Les Enquêtes De Sherlock Holmes
Le Problème Final : Les Enquêtes De Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes and Devon: A Complete Tour Guide & Companion

Posted by admin on January 4, 2012 Comments Off

Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes and Devon: A Complete Tour Guide & Companion
The definitive tour guide for anyone looking to retrace the steps, physically or virtually, of Arthur Conan Doyle during his time in Devon and see the places that inspired the Sherlock Holmes stories. The book features a comprehensive tour map with GPS co-ordinates for around thirty key sites. Arthur Conan Doyle is best remembered for writing sixty tales that feature his legendary detective, Sherlock Holmes. Between 1882 and 1923, Doyle visited Devon on no fewer than ten occasions and he resided there for some four months in total.

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The Hound of the Baskervilles (Sherlock Holmes)

Posted by admin on December 22, 2011 Comments Off

The Hound of the Baskervilles (Sherlock Holmes)

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Le Soldat Blanchi : Les Enquêtes De Sherlock Holmes

Posted by admin on December 11, 2011 Comments Off

Le Soldat Blanchi : Les Enquêtes De Sherlock Holmes
Le Soldat Blanchi : Les Enquêtes De Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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Arthur Conan Doyle’s The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Speckled Band Illustrated and Adapted for Children and Adults (Giglets)

Posted by admin on December 10, 2011 Comments Off

Arthur Conan Doyles The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Speckled Band Illustrated and Adapted for Children and Adults (Giglets)

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