The Hound of the Baskervilles: A Sherlock Holmes Novel

by Arthur Conan Doyle

Overview

The Hound of the Baskervilles is widely regarded as one of the greatest detective novels ever written and a cornerstone of classic literature.

In this atmospheric and suspenseful tale, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are called to the eerie moors of Devonshire to investigate the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville. The local legend of a ghostly hound that haunts the Baskerville family adds a supernatural element to the case, creating a chilling and gothic ambiance. As Holmes delves into the secrets of Baskerville Hall and the treacherous moorland, Doyle masterfully combines elements of horror with the meticulous logic of detective work.

The novel explores themes of fear, superstition, and the power of rational thought over primal instincts. With its richly drawn characters, intricate plot, and spine-tingling atmosphere, The Hound of the Baskervilles is not just a mystery; it is a literary masterpiece that has left an indelible mark on the genre.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798330373291
Publisher:	Aude Classics
Publication date:	08/25/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	220
File size:	439 KB

About the Author

A prolific author of books, short stories, poetry, and more, the Scottish writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) is best known for the creation of one of literature’s most vivid and enduring characters: Sherlock Holmes. Through detailed observation, vast knowledge, and brilliant deduction, Holmes and his trusted friend, Dr. Watson, step into the swirling fog of Victorian London to rescue the innocent, confound the guilty, and solve the most perplexing puzzles known to literature.

Date of Birth:

May 22, 1859

Date of Death:

July 7, 1930

Place of Birth:

Edinburgh, Scotland

Place of Death:

Crowborough, Sussex, England

Education:

Edinburgh University, B.M., 1881; M.D., 1885