THE PICTORIAL HISTORY OF SHERLOCK HOLMES.

Pointer, Michael.

ISBN 10: 0861248546 / ISBN 13: 9780861248544

Published by Bison Books, 1991

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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Seller Inventory # CHL2940593

Bibliographic Details

Title: THE PICTORIAL HISTORY OF SHERLOCK HOLMES.

Publisher: Bison Books

Publication Date: 1991

Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: Profusely Illustrated

Condition: Used; Very Good

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Synopsis:

This book traces the use made of the famous profile of Sherlock Holmes by illustrators, filmmakers and advertisers in the century since Holmes first astonished his public. It is almost impossible to catalogue the number of actors who have portrayed Homes, but the most famous initially appeared in The Hound of the Baskervilles in 1939: Basil Rathbone, who appeared in over 14 movies with Nigel Bruce as Watson, is for many the definitive Holmes. The role has subsequently been played actors as diverse as Peter Cushing and Peter Cook, but the most successful have been those with suave looks, sharp features, and the ability to handle a pipe, a violin and a syringe. This book not only covers the sleuth's dramatic career, but in a fascinating text, also details the spoofs, comics and myriad advertisements that have employed his name and silhouette. Illustrated with over 200 pictures, many in colour, this attractive volume includes film stills of the most memorable Holmes, as well as a plethora of ephemera, with pictures of cigarette cards, advertisements, and games from around the world.