

Sherlock Holmes: the real history that inspired the detective stories
Dec 27, 2023
Guest Andrew Lycett, a biographer of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, discusses the origins of Sherlock Holmes, including the influence of Conan Doyle's education and mentor, Dr. Joseph Bell. The podcast also explores Conan Doyle's transition from medicine to writing and the historical context of his work.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Origins and Creation of Sherlock Holmes
02:42 • 5min
Arthur Conan Doyle and the Transition to a Writing Career
07:56 • 3min
The Influence of Dr. Joseph Bell on Sherlock Holmes
11:03 • 2min
The Real Baker Street and Its Connection to the Sherlock Holmes Stories
13:14 • 2min
Arthur Conan Doyle's Historical Context
15:07 • 19min