Arthur Conan Doyle, A Life (Abridged)

Conan Doyle (1859-1930) will always be remembered for the character of Sherlock Holmes, but he was a prolific writer - of short stories, of science fiction and historical fiction - including The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard. In his comprehensive biography, Pearson considers how his life is reflected in his books - including his background as a doctor and his enduring (and public) belief in spiritualism.