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 fiction1including The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard . In his comprehensive 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.
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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 fiction1including The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard . In his comprehensive 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.
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