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The famous British detective Sherlock Holmes was a fictional character, but to the famous 41 William Gilette, Holmes was very real. Gilette portrayed Holmes on stage more than 1,300 times. Gradually and slowly he began to 42 many of the detective’s thoughts and habits.

In 1931, Gilette designed an unusual castle which reflects his 43 with Sheclock Holmes. It is filled with wooden locks operated by hidden springs. There is an elaborate system of mirrors that allows a person to see around the room without being spotted when standing in the right position. Also, there is in the study of the castle a secret panel which may help Gilette 44 any visitors he doesn’t want to meet.

In the castle, Gilette also puts things 45 as how Holmes did. A violin, like the one the detective played, is left out in a rocking chair. An old newspaper lies open on the rug to give visitors the feeling that Holmes and his partner Dr. Watson have just left the room to go out on a big case.