85. Sherlock Holmes
The Rest Is History
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Sherlock Holmes and British Imperialism
This chapter examines the upper-middle-class backgrounds of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, highlighting their contrasting lifestyles and the Robin Hood motif in Holmes' practice. It delves into the themes of imperialism and trauma within the narratives, drawing connections between their stories and the socio-political context of the British Empire.
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