Readers were first introduced to the inhabitants of 221B Baker Street in 1887. Since then Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson have become so familiar to millions through Conan Doyle's books and the many film and TV adaptations of their adventures that it is sometimes difficult to remember they are fictional and not historical characters. This edition of nine hardback volumes provides the reader with annotation. Each volume is also available individually, and contains notes on the stories and introductions by experts on Conan Doyle's life and works.