Here at last are the answers to questions that have long puzzled scholars and devotees of Sherlock Holmes. In fascinating detail, Trevor Hall describes the great detective’s talents as an actor, a boxer and a chemist; his early addiction to cocaine; the madness that disturbed him throughout his life; his special interest in music; his several love affairs; even the identity of his son. Anyone who has ever followed Sherlock Holmes will enjoy this fascinating walk down Baker Street and beyond.