The Hound of the Baskervilles - Puffin Classics

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Synopsis

The Hound of the Baskervilles is one of the most famous Sherlock Holmes mysteries, blending gothic atmosphere with sharp detective work. When a terrifying legend of a supernatural hound resurfaces on the bleak Dartmoor moorlands, Sir Charles Baskerville is found dead under mysterious circumstances. Fearing for the life of the heir, Dr. Watson is sent to investigate, uncovering strange behavior, hidden motives, and long-buried secrets. As Holmes applies logic and reason to unravel the truth behind the legend, the novel delivers suspense, intrigue, and a masterful balance of mystery and deduction that has captivated readers for generations.

About the Author

Arthur Conan Doyle was a Scottish writer and physician best known for creating Sherlock Holmes, one of the most enduring fictional detectives in literature. His work helped define the modern detective story through its emphasis on observation, logic, and forensic reasoning. Beyond the Holmes stories, Doyle wrote historical novels, science fiction, and non-fiction, but his legacy remains firmly rooted in the world’s fascination with Sherlock Holmes and classic mystery fiction.