THE EVOLUTION OF THE DETECTIVE ARCHETYPE: COMPARING SHERLOCK HOLMES AND HERCULE POIROT
Keywords:
Detective fiction, Sherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot, archetype evolution, crime literature, psychological investigation, Victorian literature, Agatha Christie, Arthur Conan Doyle.Abstract
This article explores the development of the detective archetype through a comparative analysis of two of the most iconic figures in crime fiction: Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot. While both characters serve as master detectives, their investigative methods, personal traits, and cultural contexts differ significantly. Sherlock Holmes represents the logical, scientific detective of the Victorian era, whereas Hercule Poirot reflects a more psychological, human-centered approach from the early 20th century. By studying these two characters, the article demonstrates how the detective figure has evolved in response to changing societal values, literary styles, and reader expectations.
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