The Hound of the Baskervilles

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Arthur Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles is a detective novel written in the late 19th century, featuring the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal companion, Dr. John Watson. The story revolves around a chilling legend of a supernatural creature that haunts the Baskerville family, set against the eerie backdrop of the English moors, where mystery and danger intertwine.
At the beginning of the novel, Holmes and Watson are introduced as they meet Dr. James Mortimer, a country practitioner who presents them with a mysterious cane belonging to an unknown visitor. Using only the cane's features, Holmes demonstrates his remarkable powers of observation and deduction. Their discussion soon shifts to the ominous legend surrounding the Baskerville family and the suspicious death of Sir Charles Baskerville.
As the curse haunting the Baskervilles and the strange events surrounding Sir Charles’s heir, Sir Henry Baskerville, come to light, the story unfolds into a gripping tale of suspense. Holmes and Watson delve into a web of supernatural fear and human malevolence, determined to protect the heir from the dark legacy of the Baskerville line.

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Chapter 1. Mr. Sherlock Holmes
Chapter 2. The Curse of the Baskervilles
Chapter 3. The Problem
Chapter 4. Sir Henry Baskerville
Chapter 5. Three Broken Threads
Chapter 6. Baskerville Hall
Chapter 7. The Stapletons of Merripit House
Chapter 8. First Report of Dr. Watson
Chapter 9. The Light upon the Moor [Second Report of Dr. Watson]
Chapter 10. Extract from the Diary of Dr. Watson
Chapter 11. The Man on the Tor
Chapter 12. Death on the Moor
Chapter 13. Fixing the Nets
Chapter 14. The Hound of the Baskervilles
Chapter 15. A Retrospection

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저자(글) Arthur Conan Doyle

Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) was a Scottish author and physician, best known as the creator of Sherlock Holmes and a pioneer of modern detective fiction. He debuted in 1887 with A Study in Scarlet, and the Holmes series, including The Hound of the Baskervilles, gained worldwide acclaim. Beyond detective stories, Doyle also wrote science fiction, historical novels, and works exploring supernatural themes. Though trained as a physician, he transitioned to a full-time writing career following his literary success. In his later years, he developed a strong interest in spiritualism and the supernatural, actively promoting these topics. Doyle's works have continued to be reinterpreted and remain influential in modern culture. He is celebrated as a foundational figure in detective literature.