Although he is best-known to the public as the author of the Sherlock Holmes sto
ries and other pioneering works of detective fiction, Arthur Conan Doyle success
fully contributed to other genres, such as historical fiction, as demonstrated b
y this collection which he compiled in 1922. These vivid and enthralling stories
- many of them dealing with ancient Romans, with others featuring Tyrians, Cart
haginians, Huns or Scottish clansmen - showcase the author's knack for bringing
to life diverse times and places and crafting timeless narratives. Tales of Long
Ago is an entertaining and invaluable read for all those interested in this les
ser-known facet of Conan Doyle's writing.
