Sherlock Holmes Super-Sleuth
Thursday, June 11 at 7:00 p.m.
Humanities Iowa Presents: Sherlock Holmes in Turn-of-the-Century Britain by Dr. Richard Caplan
The stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle have inspired generations of readers devoted to Sherlock Holmes. Dr. Richard Caplan, an authority on Sherlock Holmes, recently published a book concerning Doyle's famous detective. This special interest in the subject also allows exploration of life in Britain at the start of the twentieth century, as well as providing much enjoyment. Using his background in medicine and his love of literature, Dr. Caplan explores the persisting phenomenon of the great detective's astounding longevity.
English hard cider and pub ale will be available to those 21 and over so be sure to bring a photo ID.
Although registration is not required, it is strongly recommended (register here), so we'll know how much cider and ale to have on hand!
Book and Film Discussions
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. at the Granger House
We'll compare, contrast, and revel in the original Sherlock Holmes stories as authored by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and their retellings on the TV program Sherlock as seen on Masterpiece on PBS. We encourage you to read the stories and watch the episodes prior to our meeting. No registration required.
- June 18 - A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle -AND- Sherlock (Series 1, Episode 1): A Study in Pink
- July 16 - The Hound of the Baskervilles by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle -AND- Sherlock (Series 2, Episode 2): The Hounds of Baskerville
- August 20 - The Adventure of the Empty House by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - AND- Sherlock (Series 3, Episode 1): The Empty Hearse
Check out a book from our Sherlock Holmes Super-Sleuth display for a chance to win a button and be our next Great Reader.
Masterpiece Book and Film Club is a collaboration of the Marion Public Library and the Granger House Museum and Cultural Center (970 10th Street, Marion).
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