Portrait Of An Artist: Conan Doyle
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Julian Symons
Binding: Hardback
Published: WHIZZARD PRESS, 1979
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This compelling biography, Portrait Of An Artist: Conan Doyle, chronicles the multifaceted life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the brilliant mind behind the iconic Sherlock Holmes. Julian Symons uncovers the complexities of Doyle's career, from his medical background to his spiritualist beliefs, illustrating how these elements shaped his enduring literary output. The narrative presents a nuanced understanding of the author's creative process and the cultural impact of his detective stories. Symons argues for Doyle's significant place in literary history, detailing the evolution of his most famous characters and the broader landscape of Victorian literature. This insightful work offers a definitive look at a literary giant.
Author: Julian Symons
Binding: Hardback
Published: WHIZZARD PRESS, 1979
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This compelling biography, Portrait Of An Artist: Conan Doyle, chronicles the multifaceted life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the brilliant mind behind the iconic Sherlock Holmes. Julian Symons uncovers the complexities of Doyle's career, from his medical background to his spiritualist beliefs, illustrating how these elements shaped his enduring literary output. The narrative presents a nuanced understanding of the author's creative process and the cultural impact of his detective stories. Symons argues for Doyle's significant place in literary history, detailing the evolution of his most famous characters and the broader landscape of Victorian literature. This insightful work offers a definitive look at a literary giant.