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Sherlock: The Hound of the Baskervilles (Sherlock (BBC Books)) [Paperback]

Arthur Conan Doyle
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29 Mar 2012 Sherlock (BBC Books)

The hit BBC series Sherlock offers a fresh, contemporary take on the original Sir Arthur Conan Doyle stories, and has helped introduce a whole new generation of fans to the legendary detective.

In this TV tie-in edition of the classic novel, first published in The Strand in 1901, Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are called to the haunting and beautiful moors of Dartmoor and the home of the Baskerville family, who seem to have fallen victim to a family curse. A terrifying spectre in the shape of a great hound was once said to have hunted an ancestor across the moors and the recent, mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville suggests that the hound has returned. But is this really a supernatural curse or is a much more dastardly and earthly plot a foot? Sherlock and Dr Watson must solve the riddle of the hound before another murder is committed.


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  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: BBC Books; Reprint edition (29 Mar 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 184990409X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1849904094
  • Product Dimensions: 12.6 x 1.7 x 19.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (113 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 232,683 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"Small wonders." (Time Out London )

"I wanted them all, even those I'd already read." (Ron Rosenbaum The New York Observer )

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A tie-in edition of Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes novel, with a new introduction by Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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'The Hound of the Baskervilles' sees Arthur Conan Doyle's famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, and his faithful sidekick Dr Watson on one of their most famous and exciting adventures. Right from the start the author succeeds in grabbing the readers' attention, and dramatic plot twists and the eery setting of the desolate moors keep it held until the final page. Holmes and Watson's detective skills are called upon to investigate the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville, whose body is discovered with a look of terror upon his face near the footprints of a huge hound. Could the tale of a terrifying beast that haunts the Baskerville family be more than just superstition? The skills and courage of the Sleuths are tested to the limit in their bid to discover the truth. Although first published almost a hundred years ago, this novel has lost none of its appeal and is as good as any modern-day thriller. Full of excitement and suspense, this book is a real page-turner, and a must for all fans of the detective novel.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A first - class mystery thriller 28 Aug 1999
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Format:Paperback
The Hound of the Baskervilles is a marvellous example of a British detective mystery. The story keeps you entertained and guessing at every twist and turn and the ending is far from predictable! An enjoyable and well written mystery and a classic Sherlock Holmes case.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Gloom, Doom, and Subtle Misdirection 26 May 2004
By Donald Mitchell HALL OF FAME TOP 500 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
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Most Sherlock Holmes stories (especially the short stories like The Red Headed League) are like playing chess in a Victorian drawing room. You get a period piece with some subtle moves. The Hound of the Baskervilles is a total change-up from that format. Doyle builds the atmosphere of ancient legends, foul play, and a dark moor in an irresistible way. You will find yourself looking out over your shoulder if you read this book on a dark, lonely night. So if you like a novel with a true gothic feel, this will be your main reward.

Your unexpected reward will be one of the most famous clues in all of detective fiction. In searching out who is haunting the Baskerville's, Doyle has Holmes solve the puzzle by looking for something that no one else was looking for. This is the only mystery that I know of that is solved by vacuous fulfillment (an odd concept of mathematics that Doyle must have known about).

The third feature of this story is the many fallacious beliefs about how science works (like phrenology -- the shape of the skull determining your mind and character). You may find this interesting or annoying. In either case, try to remember that we probably have many similar false beliefs today that will look silly a hundred years from now. Can you think of one?

Wrap up in a blanket by the fire, have a glass of wine, and shiver with anticipation!

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3.0 out of 5 stars Just possible
Perhaps a central attraction of The Hound of The Baskervilles is that one mystery in the plot breeds another almost ad infinitum. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Derek Jacobi is ACE
Derek Jacobi's (The Master, Claudius, Vicious) has converted me to Conan Doyle! Sherlock Holmes is the ultimate in dective novels and as the recent BBC production has proved can be... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perhaps Conan Doyle's finest hour, and his least fine too.
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Enjoyed reading this classic book and it has encouraged me to read others in the series which I really enjoy.
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5.0 out of 5 stars loved it!
I've never watched the film but am looking forward to it now I know the original story. Another excellent read!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Classic mystery
This is a fantastic thriller with strong characterisation and a cunning twist in the plot. A great introduction to Arthur Conan Doyle's work. Well worth a read.
Published 3 months ago by jamie
5.0 out of 5 stars The Hound Of The Baskervilles: Arthur Conan Doyle - Holmes' best!
Published in 1901 (in an effort to placate Holmes fans clamouring for more Holmes stories between killing off his fictional hero in 1893 and restoring him in 1903) and set in the... Read more
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