Sherlock Holmes and Arthur Conan Doyle

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This paper discusses British writer, Arthur Conan Doyle and his most famous work, "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes". The author describes the several people in Doyle's life who influenced his style of writing: his mother, his teacher in medical school, Dr. Joseph Bell and Doyle's wife. The paper also examines how Doyle's literary career took a turn when he killed off his Sherlock Holmes character.

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"The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, written by Arthur Doyle, is a popular piece of work that is read and enjoyed by many. Countless individuals enjoy how the detective cracks cases and solves mysteries. Some may even consider these stories to be classics as many remember and share them with others. Several individuals who read Arthur's works report that their interest is grabbed and that they can't put the books down. There are several people in his life who have influenced his style of writing of which three will be discussed."

Sample of Sources Used:

• BOCC. "Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Biography ." The Official Website of the Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Literary Estate. 2007. 20 Apr.2007<http://www.sherlockholmesonline.org/Biography/index.htm>.
• Doyle, Arthur Conan. The Adventures of Sherlock holmes. 1902. Ed. Richard Green. London: Electric Book Company, 1999.

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