—Up for sale is a copy of Sherlock Holmes: A Study in Sources by Donald A. Redmond. Published in 1982 by McGill-Queen’s University Press, this is a highly regarded work of literary criticism and an essential reference book for dedicated Sherlockians and collectors of “The Great Game.”Rather than standard fiction, Redmond meticulously tracks down the real-world late-Victorian and Edwardian origins, news stories, directories, and inspirations behind the names of over 750 characters, firms, and places throughout Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s canon. Features the iconic classic cover illustration by Sidney Paget. —See photos for condition and content. Comes with clear protective cover.