Sherlock Holmes: A Centenary Celebration
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Very Good. Jacket: Very good dust jacket with minor wear. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings. Binding condition: Tight binding, no loose pages.
Published to mark one hundred years of the world's most famous fictional detective, Sherlock Holmes: A Centenary Celebration chronicles the enduring cultural legacy of Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic creation across stage, screen, radio, and print. Allen Eyles presents a richly illustrated survey of Holmes adaptations and portrayals, detailing the countless actors, artists, and storytellers who have brought the Baker Street detective to life over a century. The book uncovers the fascinating evolution of the Holmes mythology, from the original Victorian stories through to the many theatrical and cinematic reinventions that cemented his status as a global icon. Authoritative in tone and lavishly documented, it stands as an indispensable reference for enthusiasts and scholars of popular culture alike.
Author: Allen Eyles
Format: Hardback
Published: 1986, Harper & Row
Genre: Biography
Condition remarks:
Condition: Very Good. Jacket: Very good dust jacket with minor wear. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings. Binding condition: Tight binding, no loose pages.
Published to mark one hundred years of the world's most famous fictional detective, Sherlock Holmes: A Centenary Celebration chronicles the enduring cultural legacy of Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic creation across stage, screen, radio, and print. Allen Eyles presents a richly illustrated survey of Holmes adaptations and portrayals, detailing the countless actors, artists, and storytellers who have brought the Baker Street detective to life over a century. The book uncovers the fascinating evolution of the Holmes mythology, from the original Victorian stories through to the many theatrical and cinematic reinventions that cemented his status as a global icon. Authoritative in tone and lavishly documented, it stands as an indispensable reference for enthusiasts and scholars of popular culture alike.