Sleuth-Hound

Sleuth-Hound uncovers the captivating story of Edinburgh surgeon Joseph Bell, whose remarkable detection skills inspired Arthur Conan Doyle’s creation of Sherlock Holmes. Detailing Bell’s detective work across Victorian Britain, the book explores his investigations into murders, poisoners, and even Jack the Ripper, highlighting his pioneering forensic methods. Bennett’s narrative celebrates Bell’s profound influence on modern detection and his behind-the-scenes role in shaping one of literature’s most iconic characters.