In 1916 Arthur Conan Doyle made a declaration that would impact the rest of his life. He stated his belief in Spiritualism. Could it be?  The man who created the ever-logical Sherlock Holmes believed in ghosts?  Learn about Conan Doyle and Spiritualism

Was Sherlock Holmes a real person?  Not exactly, but Dr. Joseph Bell, the man who inspired the character of Sherlock Holmes shared many qualities with the famous detective.  Learn about the Inspiration for Sherlock Holmes

• Read about Professor James Moriarty
• Learn about one of the most famous addresses in all of literature, 221B Baker Street
• Learn about The Hound of the Baskervilles
• Learn who's who in the world of Sherlock Holmes
• Read about Sherlock Holmes and his use of cocaine
• See a list of Sherlock Holmes fiction  
• Learn about the man who inspired the character of Sherlock Holmes
• Read about the death of Sherlock Holmes 

In 1893 Sherlock Holmes met his death at Reichenbach Falls in The Adventure of the Final Problem.   His fans had to wait until 1901 to once again enjoy a novel featuring the great detective.  Most fans would agree though that The Hound of the Baskervilles was worth the wait. Read More

In 1882 Conan Doyle was asked to join the medical practice of George Budd.  Conan Doyle asked three people for advise in the matter.  The vote was unanimous.  Everyone he consulted advised Conan Doyle against the move.  Conan Doyle did it anyway.  Learn More

The father of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Charles Altamont Doyle, was a talented artist.  He was also the victim of depression and other illnesses not understood at the time.  Learn More

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle didn't just write mysteries, he actually solved a few.  Learn about some of his most famous cases:

The George Edalji Case  - It was a moment straight out of a Sherlock Holmes novel. Conan Doyle walked into the lobby of a hotel to meet with a man who was trying to clear his name. Conan Doyle spotted the man, George Edalji. In a flash Conan Doyle knew that Edalji was innocent.

The Oscar Slater Case - When William Gordon was released from Peterhead Prison he smuggled out a message from fellow prisoner, Oscar Slater.  The message, written on waterproof paper and hidden under Gordon's tongue, was a plea for help.  It was to be delivered to none other than Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.