Arthur Conan Doyle Autogramm

Profession:
(1859 - 1930) Britischer Schriftsteller, bekannt für seine Krimis mit der Figur Sherlock Holmes

Year of Birth: 1859

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a British writer and medical doctor, best known for creating the iconic character Sherlock Holmes. Doyle was born on May 22, 1859, in Edinburgh, Scotland, to a strict Catholic family.

He studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh and later worked as a doctor in various hospitals. During his time as a medical student, he also began writing short stories and novels to supplement his income.

Doyle's most famous works include the Sherlock Holmes detective series, which consists of four novels and 56 short stories. His sharp wit, keen observation skills, and logical reasoning made Holmes one of the most beloved literary characters of all time.

Aside from his detective fiction, Doyle also wrote historical novels, science fiction, and plays. In addition to his writing career, he was a fervent advocate of spiritualism and wrote several books on the subject.

In his later years, Doyle became increasingly interested in politics and public affairs. He was knighted in 1902 for his work as a physician during the Boer War.

Arthur Conan Doyle passed away on July 7, 1930, leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate readers and inspire writers to this day.