The Sherlock Holmes Handbook: The Methods and Mysteries of the

The Sherlock Holmes Handbook: The Methods and Mysteries of the World's Greatest Detective

Full of fascinating how-to skills and evocative illustrations, this must-have guide will appeal to Baker Street Irregulars of all ages.

This readerâ‚¬s companion to the casework of Sherlock Holmes explores the methodology of the worldâ‚¬s most famous consulting detective. From analyzing fingerprints and decoding ciphers to creating disguises and faking oneâ‚¬s own death, readers will learn how Holmes solved his most celebrated casesâ‚¬"plus an arsenal of modern techniques available to todayâ‚¬s armchair sleuths. Along the way, readers will discover a host of trivia about the master detective and his universe: Why did Holmes never marry? How was the real Scotland Yard organized? Was cocaine really legal back then? And why were the British so terrified of Australia?Â ForÂ die-hardSherlockians and amateur investigators alike, this handbook is nothing less thanÂ . . .Â elementary.
Country USA
Brand Riggs, Ransom/ Smith, Eugene (ILT)
Manufacturer Quirk Books
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9781594744297
Model 9781594744297
Color Brown
ReleaseDate 2009-09-01
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781594744297

Country	USA
Brand	Riggs, Ransom/ Smith, Eugene (ILT)
Manufacturer	Quirk Books
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	9781594744297
Model	9781594744297
Color	Brown
ReleaseDate	2009-09-01
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781594744297

The Sherlock Holmes Handbook: The Methods and Mysteries of the World's Greatest Detective