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The Origin of Sherlock Holmes

neatorama.com — Sherlock Holmes is one of the most widely recognized characters in all of English literature. He isn’t just a person, he’s a cultural icon. His adventures are also some of our favorite reading. In his honor, we’ve done a little detective work and uncovered these facts.

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  • scooterbaga, on 01/21/2008, -0/+3I find it interesting that Dr. House is based on Holmes... and Holmes' orgins begin with a doctor...
  • scooterbaga, on 01/22/2008, -0/+2If you like *****, like Brody from Mallrats, you'll like House MD.
  • lacolonel, on 01/22/2008, -0/+2Sherlock Holmes and Cocaine . A juicy tidbit.
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sherlock_Holmes

    The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go
  • nitsnipe, on 01/22/2008, -0/+2The Author's pic looks badass.
  • inactive, on 01/22/2008, -1/+1no wonder that show is famous, probably still won't watch it

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