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Arthur Conan Doyle
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Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories are in the public domain, with the exception of some later works. This makes classics like The Hound of the Baskervilles and A Study in Scarlet freely accessible for new adaptations and creative projects. Let’s celebrate Doyle’s enduring impact and the value of public domain literature
Arthur Conan Doyle (1859 - 1930) was a Scottish writer and physician, best known for creating the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes. Through works like A Study in Scarlet and The Hound of the Baskervilles, Doyle popularized the detective fiction genre, blending intricate plots with sharp observations of human behavior. His contributions to literature have made Sherlock Holmes one of the most enduring characters in popular culture.