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Line 1: − It is generally accepted that the character of Holmes is based on Joseph Bell, a medical lecturer at the University of [[Edinburgh]], [[Scotland]]. Bell emphasized the observation of detail before making a diagnosis and was a pioneer of forensic science. Conan Doyle worked for Bell as a clerk at the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.+ +
Added a citation for the Joseph Bell connection
'''Sherlock Holmes''' is one of the greatest and best-known fictional characters in English literature. He was the central character in fifty-six short stories and four novels written by Sir [[Arthur Conan Doyle]]. Holmes is a "consulting detective" specializing in crime, and the stories are told by his friend and chronicler, the famous [[Dr. John H. Watson]]. Holmes is known for using his amazing art of deduction to solve what seem to be unsolvable crimes--though he would be the first to tell anyone who asked, as he frequently tells Dr. Watson, that he is only observing "elementary" facts that anyone having eyes to see, would see just as well.
'''Sherlock Holmes''' is one of the greatest and best-known fictional characters in English literature. He was the central character in fifty-six short stories and four novels written by Sir [[Arthur Conan Doyle]]. Holmes is a "consulting detective" specializing in crime, and the stories are told by his friend and chronicler, the famous [[Dr. John H. Watson]]. Holmes is known for using his amazing art of deduction to solve what seem to be unsolvable crimes--though he would be the first to tell anyone who asked, as he frequently tells Dr. Watson, that he is only observing "elementary" facts that anyone having eyes to see, would see just as well.
== Real-life Basis ==
The character of Holmes is likely based on Joseph Bell, a medical lecturer at the University of [[Edinburgh]], [[Scotland]]. Bell emphasized the observation of detail before making a diagnosis and was a pioneer of forensic science. Conan Doyle worked for Bell as a clerk at the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.<ref>Perry Internet Consulting. "Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Joseph Bell." [http://www.siracd.com/work_bell.shtml The Chronicles of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle]. 2007. Retrieved May 19, 2007.</ref>
== Background ==
== Background ==