the best known of all fictional detectives, created by
English author
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930). Holmes's extraordinary powers of
memory,
observation, and deduction enable him to solve
mysteries and
identify criminals in
cases that
leave all other detectives baffled. His companion is
Dr.
Watson, who records his exploits.
—SHSBC Binder 12 Approved Glossary