Sherlock Holmes and Philip Marlowe

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This paper compares the two detective characters of Sherlock Holmes and Philip Marlowe which were created by Arthur Conan Doyle and Raymond Chandler respectively. The paper examines their characters and shows how they are different but how the authors styles are similar.

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"The Wrong Pigeon is taken from Chandlers story the Matita One and its story is self evident through the name. Obviously about the syndicate going after the wrong man who is symbolically represented in slang with the word 'pigeon'. It is a carefully crafted tale that evokes the ambiance of Chandler's tales.

"Two of the most fascinating detectives that have been penned are Sherlock Holmes and Philip Marlowe. One can't help but be impressed by the characteristics that are unique go both men and sigh over their dynamic feats. Created by Arthur Conan Doyle and Raymond Chandler respectively these two have caught the imaginations of most of the readers that followed their feats. Yet, the two could not be more different."

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