Thomas J. Watson

Inspector Peterson, noticed a man attacking a young gentleman wearing a hat and holding a goose. After the incident, all that was left behind was a goose with a note that stated ‘to Mrs. Henry Baker’ and a hat with the initials ‘H.B’ Just as John Watson, Holmes’ associate, and Holmes were discussing the story, Inspector Peterson rushed into the scene with shock, explaining he had found a bright blue…

is very observant, but he is also modest when it comes to his talents. When Holmes explains how he followed Watson’s train of thought during his reverie, Watson is amazed. Holmes says in response, “It was very superficial, my dear Watson.” It can also be assumed that Holmes doesn’t like to be alone. While dreaming of going on a vacation, Watson says about Holmes: “Neither the country nor the sea presented the slightest attraction to him. He loved to lie in the very center of five millions of…

“Encourages him to seek a complex explanation when a simpler one is at hand.” (Arthur,1) The quote shown is by Sherlock Holmes. Specifically, The Hound of the Baskervilles, was influenced by Conan Doyle 's family and his real life experience. This essay relates the essence of Sherlock Holmes and the events shaped the narration and characters. In the tale about the Baskervilles’ hound, , Sherlock Holmes is the hero and main character. Holmes’ personality shows that he is an observant and…

Veganism, common to the public this lifestyle is seen as a fallacy that the individuals that follow this form of lifestyles are hippies. Though like the examples given in our week’s information we are put to contrast the validity, fallacies based around what is being presented and supported by the media. Though more importantly in this case we are reflecting on both the logical and emotional fallacies presented towards this particular lifestyle. Exposing this subject by simply exposing and…

Sherlock told Dr. Watson to bring his pistol for protection. Sherlock brought a cane to protect him. Sherlock told Dr. Watson to stay quiet. They sat in silence for a long time. At around 3 a.m., Sherlock heard something hissing. He begun to violently swing his cane around. A little while after Sherlock had begun to swing…

Mark Haddon’s first adult mystery novel is one of the most interesting and intertwining works to be read. Haddon introduces Christopher Boone, a 15 year old autistic boy, who witnesses the murder of a neighborhood dog, throughout the book Christopher is trying to solve this mystery. As a young adult Haddon worked with Autistic individuals, as a caretaker. So all of the information concerning Christopher is fist hand and quite factual. In The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Mark…

Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency is a series that defies the laws of traditional television productions; it is tragic and comedic, suspenseful and light-hearted, heart breaking and beautiful. In this BBC production, Dirk Gently, a holistic detective that believes everything is a clue; Todd Brotzman, a skeptical sidekick to the detective and Farah Black, an experienced bodyguard who cannot seem to leave the detective’s side, strive to solve the mystery of the penthouse massacre and the…

Sherlock Holmes and John Watson are one of the most well known duos in literature. In all the Sherlock Holmes works by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, one follows the pair solve crime after crime, often with little evidence. Holmes’ ability to spot clues in seemingly impossible places makes him a fine detective. Watson does not have the same skills as Holmes, but his knowledge in medicine contributes considerably. Their love for solving crimes allows them to connect, something that many find difficult…

In its most basic form, sight can be defined as the “perception of objects by use of the eyes.” When taken literally, sight is just that—physically seeing something with your eyes. While sight can indeed be taken literally, it can also encompass much more than simply “seeing” something. This distinction between the literal definition of sight and a deeper sense of sight can be found in the comparison between Sophocles’s Greek tragedy, Oedipus the King, and Sir Author Conan Doyle’s short story,…

The book I have read recently is called Secret Letters. A mystery and a historical fiction book. Written by Leah Scheier, published on June 26, 2012. Considered to be one of her special spinoffs of her all time favorite Sherlock. Since there are four main characters, Dora Joyce, her cousin Adelaide, detective Neville Porter, and also detective Peter Cartwright. A site that the plot takes place the heart of London, England. Where Dora and Adelaide are to travel to for an important emergency.…