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The book highlights the groundbreaking contributions of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to crime fiction, particularly through the creation of Sherlock Holmes, who first appeared in 1887. It explores Doyle's prolific writing career, which includes not only the Holmes series but also fantasy, science fiction, humor, and historical narratives. The description notes the impact of his early work, such as "J. Habakuk Jephson's Statement," which played a significant role in popularizing the enigmatic mystery of the Mary Celeste.