Name: The Hound of the Baskervilles (Annotated)
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Author: Doyle, Arthur Conan
ISBN: 9782487116658

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Type

Physical Book

Author

Arthur Conan Doyle

Publisher

Jason Nollan

Language

Inglés

Pages

220

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

20.3 x 12.7 x 1.3 cm

Weight

0.24 kg.

ISBN13

9782487116658

Synopsis "The Hound of the Baskervilles (Annotated)"

The Hound of the Baskervilles is a riveting mystery novel penned by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle that plunges readers into the eerie moors of Devonshire, England. The story unfurls as the legendary Baskerville curse casts a long, ominous shadow over the desolate landscape. Upon the untimely demise of Sir Charles Baskerville, the heir to the Baskerville estate, the formidable detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal companion Dr. John Watson are called upon to investigate the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death. A palpable sense of dread permeates the narrative as the duo delves into the dark secrets of the Baskerville family, haunted by a spectral hound that is said to be a harbinger of doom. As Holmes employs his razor-sharp intellect to unravel the enigma, the moors come alive with an atmosphere thick with suspense, fog, and the howls of an otherworldly beast. The novel masterfully weaves elements of superstition, crime, and deduction, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Amidst the brooding landscapes and ancient legends, Holmes and Watson navigate a labyrinth of clues and red herrings, unearthing a complex web of deceit that stretches back generations. The tension builds steadily, reaching a crescendo as the truth behind the Baskerville curse is finally revealed in a heart-pounding climax. The Hound of the Baskervilles stands as a timeless classic, captivating readers with its atmospheric setting, brilliant detective work, and the lingering question of whether the supernatural forces at play are mere figments of imagination or chilling reality. Doyle's narrative prowess transforms the moors into a character, a haunting backdrop against which the unraveling mystery unfolds with unparalleled allure.

Arthur Conan Doyle

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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (UK 1859-1930) Escritor y médico nacido en Escocia, principalmente conocido por haber creado al famosísimo personaje Sherlock Holmes, el detective más conocido de todos los tiempos, versionado para TV y cine de forma cíclica. Otra gran serie de novelas confeccionadas por Doyle fueron las protagonizadas por el profesor Challenger (El Mundo Perdido), también trasladadas a la ficción audiovisual.

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