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Session 5

World-Changing Events in the Sherlock Holmes Era *SOLD OUT*

Wednesdays, March 24, 31 and April 7, 14
10 a.m.–noon
University Athletic Club
Registration Deadline: March 10
Class Limit: 50

Some of the best-known Arthur Conan Doyle stories about Sherlock Holmes will serve as a departure for inquiry into many of the world-changing historical events that occurred during the era of Holmes and Watson (1880-1930). In all areas of endeavor—transportation, communication, manufacture, the arts, politics, fashion, law, science, and colonialism—enormous changes were taking place. Students may also read and report on areas of personal interest or other individuals of importance whose contributions during that time had long-lasting effect.

INSTRUCTOR: Richard Caplan, MD, is a professor emeritus of dermatology and coordinator of the UI’s program of biomedical ethics and medical humanities. He holds degrees in medicine and music from the UI and has previously taught courses for the Senior College in both Sherlock Holmes and music.

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