An Interview with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1927)

The speaker discusses the origins of the Sherlock Holmes stories, inspired by scientific methods and a professor's deductive skills. The stories gained popularity through the Strand magazine. The speaker also shares his long-standing interest in psychic matters, emphasizing the importance of spiritualism and its philosophical implications. He highlights his personal experiences and the impact of his writings on others, aiming to spread knowledge about psychic phenomena.

How did the author's views on psychic matters develop over time?

What does the author believe about the relationship between spiritualism and religion?

What experiences led the author to take psychic matters seriously?

In what ways does the author claim to have contributed to the understanding of psychic phenomena?