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The Medical Casebook of Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson

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  • 418 pages
  • 15 hours of reading

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The book explores the integration of Arthur Conan Doyle's medical background into the Sherlock Holmes stories, highlighting how Holmes' deductive reasoning mirrors a GP's diagnostic skills. It examines 52 diseases featured in the narratives, some still relevant today, while others have faded due to medical advancements. Additionally, it provides a historical context of Victorian medical knowledge, referencing the textbooks that may have influenced Conan Doyle's writing. This unique blend of literature and medicine sheds light on the enduring fascination with Holmes and Watson.

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The Medical Casebook of Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson, Nick Howlett

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2023
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