Sherlock Holmes Alone
Even the world's greatest detective has to retire at some point. Sherlock Holmes has done just that. He has decided to wind down and settle down in a cozy and somewhat lonely villa in Sussex near the village of Fulworth. He has given up entirely to that soothing life of Nature for which he had so often yearned during the long years spent amid the gloom of London. Holmes, his housekeeper and his bees have the estate all to themselves.
Yes, the super sleuth has become a bee keeper! He spends his days caring for his buzzing charges, walking along the chalk cliffs, or exploring the admirable beaches with their splendid swimming pools that are filled afresh with each tide.
It is a peaceful and calm life for a man who has lived so much adventure and danger. But sometime Holmes does long for the old days. The heady days of investigation and intrigue. At this point in his life his friend and partner John Watson has passed almost beyond his keen having married and settled down in his own right. So where does Holmes turn? With whom will he share his stories and memories? He will share them with you!
Alone in his great book filled garret Holmes will dig deep into his personal records and the notes made by Dr. Watson to share his own view on his famous cases. It may be surprising to find out just how close Holmes own recollections mirror Watson's. Holmes will recount to you his most memorable cases and his most fierce opponents. Join us as we explore one of the greatest minds of all time here on SHERLOCK HOLMES ALONE.
Sherlock Holmes Alone
Alone with the Crooked Man
Could a single name uttered in an argument hold the key to unlocking a mystery over a century old? This episode takes listeners on an exploration of the puzzling case of Colonel James Barclay's death in the early 1890s. Colonel Barclay's life appeared idyllic with his wife, Nancy Devoy, until an evening shattered by a quarrel and a mysterious utterance of the name "David." We examine the curious disappearance of a door key, baffling footprints, and the presence of an unusual animal, all of which suggest that a third party may have played a role in the colonel's demise.
Listeners will be gripped by the enigmatic tale of Henry Wood, a man whose life is intertwined with that of the Colonel and his wife. As we unravel Wood's haunting past in India, themes of love, betrayal, and loyalty come to the fore. Jane Stewart, the housemaid, provides poignant insights into the Barclay household, adding depth to the narrative as we examine the underlying tensions and disbelief surrounding the Colonel's untimely end.
Our discussion takes a profound turn as we draw parallels between the story of King David and Bathsheba and the unfolding drama in the Barclay household. Just as King David's desires led to a tragic chain of events, so too did Barclay's own actions set the stage for his downfall. This episode promises an engaging exploration of human desires and ethical dilemmas, leaving listeners questioning the true nature of betrayal and consequence. Join us as we piece together the fragments of an extraordinary mystery that continues to captivate the imagination.