doyle, arthur conan

"In 1918, Elsie Wright and her cousin Frances Griffith photographed fairies in their garden, in the small village of Cottingley, Yorkshire. Without expecting it, many people paid attention-- including renowned writer and spiritualist Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This is the story . . . of the true events that led to the Cottingley Fairies becoming a international phenomenon"--Provided by publisher.

Sherlock Holmes investigates the mysterious bearded man who is following Miss Violet Smith on a bicycle.

Retold in graphic novel form, Sherlock Holmes is called in to solve the mystery of the Napoleon busts, which are being stolen only to be immediately smashed to pieces.

Sherlock Holmes is called in by the Prime Minister to solve the mystery when an important document disappears from a locked box in the home of the Secretary for European Affairs.

Sherlock Holmes is called in to investigate when the Duke of Holdernesse's only son disappears from the Priory School.

Sherlock Holmes investigates the case of Violet Hunter, who has been asked to cut off her long hair and dress in a specific blue gown in order to be hired as governess at the Copper Beeches.

Retold in graphic novel form, Sherlock Holmes is called in when Miss Susan Cushing receives a cardboard box containing two human ears, from two different people.

A comprehensive biography of Scottish author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle that explores his childhood, family life, medical practice, authorship of nonfiction works, inspiration for Sherlock Holmes, social acquaintances, marriages, interest in spiritualism, and much more.

Chronicles the life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, discussing his heritage, education, personal relationships, and writings.

Groups and evaluates the 12 "Adventures" in terms of social order, both in Doyle's time and in our own.