Memories and Adventures

Doyle, Arthur Conan, Sir

ISBN 10 : 1441719288 ISBN 13 : 9781441719287

Editeur : Blackstone Pub, 2013

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

Known as 'the great northern diver' to his crewmates, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) fell into the Arctic Ocean on three occasions during his voyage as doctor on a whaler, before becoming part of the harpooning crew. This adventure sets the scene for the remarkable variety of his later life. In his autobiography, first published in 1923, he details everything from that first voyage to his literary success, his collaboration with playwright J. M. Barrie (whose Sherlock Holmes parody is included), and his involvement in the setting up of volunteer groups during the First World War. He describes how the methods of Sherlock Holmes helped him solve several real-life mysteries and, in a touching counterpoint to this scientific approach, closes with a chapter on his belief in spiritualism. Characteristically astute and entertaining, this book will appeal to students of early twentieth-century history, Holmes fans and the curious general reader alike.

Présentation de l'éditeur :

This autobiography of Arthur Conan Doyle describes the varied aspects of his professional life as a doctor, sportsman, adventurer, political campaigner and author. It recounts the many true adventures that befell him and his relationship with such figures as Oscar Wilde, Kipling and Arthur Balfour.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Blackstone Pub
• Date d'édition: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1441719288
• ISBN 13: 9781441719287
• Reliure: CD