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Peter Cushing

    Peter Cushing's career was a masterclass in duality, often portraying figures of dread like Baron Frankenstein and vampire hunters, yet speaking of himself as a gentle soul with a love for animals. He consciously chose roles that resonated with audiences, preferring to be seen as a monster-maker or destroyer rather than a monster himself. Cushing's distinctive performances, particularly in horror films and as the iconic Sherlock Holmes, cemented his status across the Atlantic. He skillfully navigated between genre conventions and a deeply human persona, offering audiences compelling and memorable characters.

    The Sherlock Holmes Scrapbook
    • "A wide-ranging collection of the most illuminating and amusing items from this wealth of material. It provides a unique portrait of the 'Great Detective', his cases, his faithful assistant Watson and of course his chief adversary - the arch-villain Moriarty."--Jacket.

      The Sherlock Holmes Scrapbook
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