"Sherlock Holmes: The Hero with a Thousand Faces" provides a comprehensive look at the sustained popularity of Sherlock Holmes, from the character's rise to fame in the pages of "The Strand Magazine," to the theatrical, film, and television appearances in which the character has been reinvented over and over again. Using extensive contemporaneous accounts and reviews, Volume One explores the process by which Sherlock Holmes evolved from being merely a character in detective stories into a genre, industry, and global phenomenon all his own.
Set in the early 20th century, the story explores the transformation of Livonia from a rural community with farms and cheese factories to a bustling township influenced by the booming auto industry in nearby Detroit. As white-collar workers flock to the area, the narrative delves into the social and economic changes that reshape the lives of its residents, reflecting broader themes of progress and community evolution during a pivotal era in American history.
London. December 1888. The notorious and as-yet undiscovered genius, Vincent van Gogh, presents Sherlock Holmes with a most unusual case. Aided by his partner Dr. Watson and his paramour Irene Adler, the trio embark on a rousing adventure and find themselves confronting the evil daughter of Professor Moriarty. Aided by Oscar Wilde, the world's greatest detective attempts to solve one of the most audacious crimes of the Victorian era and uncover a Post-Impressionist conspiracy.
London: June 1897. It's the day before Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee and her son, the playboy Prince of Wales, arrives at 221B Baker Street pursued by anarchist assassins. The greatest chef in the world, Auguste Escoffier, also arrives, his career about to be shattered by blackmail and scandal. Can Holmes, Watson, and Irene Adler save the life of the heir to the British crown and the reputation of the master chef? This action-filled tale of royal debauchery, priceless gems, and gourmet food will provide Dr. Watson with the material for Sherlock Holmes' most bizarre and tastiest case.
London: November 1905. England and the world are changing. Into the rooms of Sherlock Holmes come Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison-with new inventions that will alter the course of human history-only both inventions have gone missing. Can Holmes, Watson, and Irene Adler somehow unravel the latest diabolical scheme of Marie Chartier-evil daughter of the late Professor Moriarty? Can world peace be achieved by the most powerful weapon ever created? Can death itself be overcome by a scientific genius? And can Sherlock Holmes survive the greatest personal loss of his career?
GATHER BY THE GHOST LIGHT: YEAR ONE is a complete companion book for the "Gather by the Ghost Light" podcast and includes all of the audio play scripts from the first year - the same scripts that the voice actors used when recording with music cue and sound effect notes. Each script also includes detailed background information along with commentary from the playwrights and producer.
Exploring the aftermath of the Soviet Empire's collapse, the book presents a balanced analysis of communism and socialism, challenging the notion of their irrelevance in contemporary society. It delves into the philosophies of Hegel and Marx, examining their dynamic relationship and impact on political thought. The final chapter offers insights into the potential future of these ideologies in the 20th century, encouraging readers to reconsider their significance in modern discourse.
The study explores the deep connections between Hegel's philosophy and Marx's social theory, arguing that Hegelian logic significantly influenced Marx's ideas, including surplus value and communism. MacGregor presents a compelling analysis of Hegel's "Philosophy of Right," highlighting its relevance to modern capitalist society and its impact on Lenin. The book emphasizes the importance of dialectical logic as social logic and reveals Hegel's concept of poverty as a crucial link to classical liberal theory, suggesting that contemporary Marxism may overlook vital insights from Hegel.
In this revised intellectual portrait of Hegel and Marx, David MacGregor challenges standard interpretations of their political theory by examining the nature of the state in capitalist society. The book uniquely contextualizes Marx's and Hegel's political thought within their social and historical environments. It uncovers the revolutionary aspects of Hegel's social theory and the Hegelian influences on Marx's analysis of the English state in Capital. MacGregor illustrates how the transformation of the Victorian state in the nineteenth century prompted Marx to revisit Hegelian arguments he had previously set aside, particularly regarding politics and social class, which shaped Marx's perspective on capitalist and working-class opposition to government reforms. He critiques views that depict state action merely as a tool for capitalist and patriarchal interests. The significance of child labor during the industrialization of Hegel's and Marx's era is highlighted, arguing that "alienation" reflects a labor force comprising socially powerless children and women. This context underscores the importance of the English Factory Acts in workers' lives, a point recognized by Marx but overlooked by his followers. The discussion concludes with an evaluation of contemporary debates about the state and civil society, linking these discussions to Hegel's vision of the rational state.
