Romantic Relationships In A Scandal In Bohemia

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Many critics of the Sherlock Holmes series are under the assumption that due to Holmes’ apparent detachment from women, he must in fact be homosexual. It can be argued however, that Holmes lack of interest in the opposite sex is not an indication of his sexual preference but rather a doubt of the added intellectual stimulation that can be gained through a relationship with a woman. It is clear through Dr. Watson’s depictions of Holmes in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s, A Scandal in Bohemia, that he is an individual that is very much in his head and who finds joy in the meticulous and ever-changing nature of his role in society. That said, it is likely that the hero feels that the added responsibility of marriage and raising a family could take away from his ability to indulge in the activity that makes him truly happy. Throughout A Scandal in Bohemia, Dr. Watson spends a lot of energy re-telling precise details of Holmes’ every move. Watson begins by telling his audience that Holmes, “was still, as ever, deeply attracted by the study of crime, and occupied his immense faculties and extraordinary powers of observation in following out those clues,” by saying this, he prepares the reader for the very detailed accounts of Holmes’ meticulous and observant nature that are to come later in the story. Early on, it becomes apparent that Sherlock is completely infatuated with the art of observation and fact-finding. Rather than a warm reception which would be expected at the moment when two great friends reconnect after being apart; Sherlock instead very critically examines Watson when he walks into the room. This cold behavior gives the reader a sense that he is rather emotionless. Watson, excited about the idea of a new adventure, is quick to ask Holmes what he thinks is the significance behind the anonymous letter which arrived at 221B Baker Street just a few hours

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