New York: E.P. Dutton, 1975. First Printing, First U.S. Edition. . Hardcover. Near Fine/About Very Good. The New York Times Book Review said "Michael Harrison knows more about Sherlock Holmes than any man alive," and Harrison demonstrates that knowledge in his fourth book on the great English fictional sleuth. Why, for instance, did Holmes remain silent about Jack The Ripper? or what did Holmes do for Vanderbilt when he visited the U.S.? Harrison also sheds new light on Holmes' youth, his university career and his relationships with British royalty. Previous owner's name and address stamped on inside front cover, o/w boards and text are clean, tight, square; the dustjacket shows wear at the spine ends and edges, with a one-inch tear on the upper edge on the fold between the front panel and flap. A little bit worn but still collectable.

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Bookseller: H.W. Gumaer, Bookseller (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 003920
Title: THE WORLD OF SHERLOCK HOLMES
Author: Harrison, Michael
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Near Fine
Jacket Condition: About Very Good
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Printing, First U.S. Edition.
ISBN 10: 0525238107
ISBN 13: 9780525238102
Publisher: E.P. Dutton
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1975
Keywords: SHERLOCK HOLMES, HISTORY, ENGLAND, VICTORIAN LONDON, LITERARY HISTORY
Bookseller catalogs: Mystery; England; Sherlock Holmes;

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