Who's who in Sherlock Holmes

the long version

"At last, for fans of Baker Street, a complete and handy reference to the Great Detective's every case. What famous match was made in the Criterion Bar? In which story does Holmes reveal his extraordinary knowledge of cigars? Who was Irene Adler--and why, to Sherlock Holmes, was she always THE woman? A rich feast for both avid Sherlockians and new readers, Who's Who in Sherlock Holmes gives the complete cast of characters in all sixty adventures by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle as well as indexing all important things and places, from Abbey Grange to Signor Zamba. The book is peppered with anecdotes and quotations from the original stories, making for charming reading in addition to ready reference. As Christopher Morley wrote, one of the blissful ways of passing time is to 'embark upon the happy discussion of minor details of Holmesiana and the endless delicious minutiae to consider.' Whether browsing for fun or checking a specific fact, aficionados and casual readers alike will find this book an indispensable companion to Conan Doyle's intriguing mysteries."--Jacket.