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Sherlock Holmes #1,5
Баскервилското куче. Етюд в червено
B “Баскeрвилскoтo кучe� � eдин oт шeдьoвритe на криминалната литeратура � г-н Xoлмс заeднo с вeрния си пoмoщник д-р Уoтсън разрeшава мистeрията, свързана с рoда Баскeрвил и свирeпoтo кучe, кoeтo oбитава имeниeтo им.
“Етю� в чeрвeнo� срeща читатeля с eднo загадъчнo и жeстoкo срeднoщнo убийствo, кoeтo Шерлок Холмс сe заeма да разкриe. Каква e връзката с мoрмoнитe и дали свръxeстeствeнoтo има намeса, щe разбeрeтe в пoслeднитe страници.
“Етю� в чeрвeнo� срeща читатeля с eднo загадъчнo и жeстoкo срeднoщнo убийствo, кoeтo Шерлок Холмс сe заeма да разкриe. Каква e връзката с мoрмoнитe и дали свръxeстeствeнoтo има намeса, щe разбeрeтe в пoслeднитe страници.
296 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1887
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Arthur Conan Doyle
14.2kbooks23.6kfollowersSir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle was a British writer and physician. He created the character Sherlock Holmes in 1887 for A Study in Scarlet, the first of four novels and fifty-six short stories about Holmes and Dr. Watson. The Sherlock Holmes stories are milestones in the field of crime fiction.
Doyle was a prolific writer. In addition to the Holmes stories, his works include fantasy and science fiction stories about Professor Challenger, and humorous stories about the Napoleonic soldier Brigadier Gerard, as well as plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction, and historical novels. One of Doyle's early short stories, "J. Habakuk Jephson's Statement" (1884), helped to popularise the mystery of the brigantine Mary Celeste, found drifting at sea with no crew member aboard.
Doyle was a prolific writer. In addition to the Holmes stories, his works include fantasy and science fiction stories about Professor Challenger, and humorous stories about the Napoleonic soldier Brigadier Gerard, as well as plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction, and historical novels. One of Doyle's early short stories, "J. Habakuk Jephson's Statement" (1884), helped to popularise the mystery of the brigantine Mary Celeste, found drifting at sea with no crew member aboard.
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December 12, 2016
The book "A Study in Scarlet/ The Hounds of the Baskervilles" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a wonderful read and I enjoyed every second that I spent reading it. Although there are many great qualities about this book, there are two qualities that stand out as the best to me. The first one is the mystery that the author so effectively weaves into the story. Even though you see all the clues and hear all the important details, you still feel like you are blind when Sherlock Holmes revels the whole sequence of events at the end. You get that how-could-I-have-missed-that feeling at every ending. The second reason I loved reading this novel was that fact that it was told from Dr. Watson's, or the detective's sidekick, point of view. This helps the story because you get the doctor's sense of amazement at the end of the mystery and every time he makes a baffling deduction. If it was told from Sherlock Holmes', or the detectives, point of view you wouldn't get that same sense of amazement. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a good mystery or enjoys crime novels that takes place in the Victorian era. All in all, in loved this novel and hope you do too!
January 15, 2022
Holmes´i lugude lugemine on veidi nagu koeraga jalutamine, kus võib imestada, et mida kõike saab välja lugeda maastikult, mis endale vaikne ja igav tundub. Aeglasem reisimine ja paberkirjade ootamine tasakaalustavad kuritegevuste süngust rahulikuma tundelaadiga. Esimene lugu viib tühja ja elutusse piirkonda äärmuslusse kaldunud mormoonide vallutusradadel ja tuntumas põrgukoera loos on uduhall nõmm ja suitsuvineses ruumis uurijad.
February 6, 2021
Apparently I am in a detective story mood. This is a volume that contains two of Doyle's "long" Holmes stories. I've not read these in quite some time, so much enjoyed sinking back into the Holmes mythos! A Study in Scarlet is actually the story where Watson meets Holmes for the first time! Their first case together! And it was a rousing tale, even if half of it took place in America, which was slightly jarring to me at first. I had forgotten initially that this was the Mormon story. Lots about the Mormons and it seems that Doyle wasn't overly fond of them. And that's all I'm going to say about that. Anyway, classic tale. The Hound of the Baskervilles is another classic and one that it seems most people have heard of it. It's honestly not one of my favourites of the Holmes canon (probably because so much of it happens in the absence of Holmes!), but still a good read. I tore through this volume in less than 2 days and have now started watching Sherlock again. So that's that.
February 14, 2015
A fun read. Holmes is painted as a gifted, neurotic and eccentric genius - more so than a suited and proper English gentleman. The story is a lot more complex and nuanced than I had expected while still keeping the pace of a (somewhat) lighthearted whodunnit. I might be hooked on Holmes.
December 7, 2017
The game's afoot! Whether it's chasing down criminals in the gritty streets of London or searching for a ghostly hound on the foggy moors Sherlock is the classic detective that few can compare. I went back to the original Sherlock after years of reading other modern writers versions of the great detective. I like this particular volume that I got cheap at my library's book store. It's a keeper and I would definitely want to re read again later.
July 31, 2024
The writing was fantastic; I have so missed reading literature. I really enjoyed the mysteries and how they worked themselves out, and the characters of Holmes and Watson were brilliant. I didn’t enjoy some of HOW the mystery was solved—for each story, there was an entire chapter dedicated to walking through the mystery and explaining things. Not my favorite way to do it.
February 7, 2021
Super sleuth Sherlock Holmes is forever a classic.
October 15, 2022
It’s Sherlock Holmes.
January 30, 2013
There are two parts to the Study in Scarlet: the really interesting part with Holmes and Watson meeting for the first time (and their adventure together), and the weird part done as a separate narrative in the American west where mormons kidnap women for their 'harems' because they are running out of women of their own, wowza.
When I was a kid, I really thought Sherlock Holmes had been a real person. So when I came across Study in Scarlet, I hit a huge wall of confusion. Having been brought up LDS, or mormon, I was familiar with the history and saw such a major chasm between what I knew and what this story was saying. For a while there I had trouble with both my beleifs and Doyle as a man of credibility. Well, I have since learned more about the history of our church, and learned more about Doyle and his Holmes character. So now I am able to read this and just find it amusing in the leaps of logic and the wonderful sprays of wild imagination that Doyle employs in his narrative.
I also didn't like the way that American narrative was inserted into the story when I was so used to Watson's personal accounts. The device tripped me up some, and I only recovered by appreciating the descriptions of nature that were in the otherwise bizarre fictional account of mormons. I wonder how much this story influenced the imaginations of entire populations as they looked west for the freak show of weirdos and their many wives. How many ever learned how far off this account was? How many ever cared? Hm...
The Hound of the Baskervilles: what can I say? It's a fantastic and creepy story that has stood up to the test of time far better than Study in Scarlet has. Besides, it's set on The Moors. What could be more spine tingling? There are some contrivances that one has to overlook, but I have never read a book that was perfect in every way.Nor have I ever been perfect enough to recognize every single one when I saw it. It can be fun to point those out, anyway. It's still a great read. I was glad to revisit the two. I'm also glad I had my kids wait a bit before they read Study in Scarlet, it could be extremely confusing if you're used to trusting Doyle!
When I was a kid, I really thought Sherlock Holmes had been a real person. So when I came across Study in Scarlet, I hit a huge wall of confusion. Having been brought up LDS, or mormon, I was familiar with the history and saw such a major chasm between what I knew and what this story was saying. For a while there I had trouble with both my beleifs and Doyle as a man of credibility. Well, I have since learned more about the history of our church, and learned more about Doyle and his Holmes character. So now I am able to read this and just find it amusing in the leaps of logic and the wonderful sprays of wild imagination that Doyle employs in his narrative.
I also didn't like the way that American narrative was inserted into the story when I was so used to Watson's personal accounts. The device tripped me up some, and I only recovered by appreciating the descriptions of nature that were in the otherwise bizarre fictional account of mormons. I wonder how much this story influenced the imaginations of entire populations as they looked west for the freak show of weirdos and their many wives. How many ever learned how far off this account was? How many ever cared? Hm...
The Hound of the Baskervilles: what can I say? It's a fantastic and creepy story that has stood up to the test of time far better than Study in Scarlet has. Besides, it's set on The Moors. What could be more spine tingling? There are some contrivances that one has to overlook, but I have never read a book that was perfect in every way.Nor have I ever been perfect enough to recognize every single one when I saw it. It can be fun to point those out, anyway. It's still a great read. I was glad to revisit the two. I'm also glad I had my kids wait a bit before they read Study in Scarlet, it could be extremely confusing if you're used to trusting Doyle!
May 9, 2017
Finding this book at the library was a gem because I had read 'The Hound of the Baskervilles in a condensed form. Reading the full story was far more fulfilling. Condensed versions don't offer a window into the character or even the depth of circumstances delved into in a full story.
A Study in Scarlet I have so wanted to read. Truly a master piece.
The story touches on the beginnings of the Mormon religion in Utah.
The beginning of the book opened with the first meeting between Watson & Holmes. These are two imaginative living creations who always had me wondering how Doyle brought them together (meeting each other, under what circumstance they met).
A Study in Scarlet I have so wanted to read. Truly a master piece.
The story touches on the beginnings of the Mormon religion in Utah.
The beginning of the book opened with the first meeting between Watson & Holmes. These are two imaginative living creations who always had me wondering how Doyle brought them together (meeting each other, under what circumstance they met).
June 27, 2013
One of the most enjoyable readings of all time! You are never bored because there is always a surprise coming your way that will definitely amuse you. The one thing I found very enjoyable to do is when you get the clues try and solve the case for yourself before reading on. Doing that made me realize how gigantic and elegant Arthur Conan Doyle's art is. I enjoyed reading these two of Sherlock Holmes' adventures and it's very recommended.
December 8, 2015
Sometimes you just have to dive into a piece of classic literature so you can read passages like this:
Sherlock Holmes sprang to his feet the moment that she was gone and rushed to his room. He returned in a few seconds enveloped in an ulster and a cravat.
"....enveloped in an ulster and a cravat....." Isn't that great??!?
Sherlock Holmes sprang to his feet the moment that she was gone and rushed to his room. He returned in a few seconds enveloped in an ulster and a cravat.
"....enveloped in an ulster and a cravat....." Isn't that great??!?
August 4, 2017
After an eye operation where I had to lie flat on my back for three days, what could be more comforting than a read-aloud version of these two old favorites?
March 27, 2018
always a delightful read
May 26, 2023
The way I was drooling while reading these
January 16, 2020
The world is a messed up and confusing place, and it takes years of practice and observation to learn to read someone and even get close to unraveling the mysteries that are society and people. Well Sherlock Holmes, aside from being the perfect mystery character and greatest detective, is very interesting to read about as he easily explains the world in his terms. It’s no wonder A Study in Scarlet / The Hound of Baskervilles is a classic, the way Sir Conan Doyle organizes a mystery is engaging and exciting, and I would wholeheartedly recommend this book. The plot and characters were detailed, making this book one of my new favorite classics. I gave this 4 stars for keeping me entertained the whole time and I suggest this book to anyone who’s seen Sherlock Holmes on screen and wished to enjoy that same story from a new perspective.
Sherlock Holmes is a well-known character, nearly everyone has seen a movie or show about him or at least know his name. I’ve seen both the Robert Downey jr. and Benedict Cumberbatch adaptions, and so I was very curious about the accuracy between the modern films and Sir Conan Doyle’s original story. Luckily I was not disappointed, as all representations of Sherlock and Watson seem to accurately portray what Doyle had intended. Sherlock is still the genius, selfish jerk that he is with Watson still as the perfect friend. Their relationship is a classic reminder that friends can be found everywhere, even if one is a jerk. Again, if you know the story or have seen the movies, this book is just for you. Reading it will help you greater appreciate the story and even the movie for being so accurate to their legacy. Four stars.
Sherlock Holmes is a well-known character, nearly everyone has seen a movie or show about him or at least know his name. I’ve seen both the Robert Downey jr. and Benedict Cumberbatch adaptions, and so I was very curious about the accuracy between the modern films and Sir Conan Doyle’s original story. Luckily I was not disappointed, as all representations of Sherlock and Watson seem to accurately portray what Doyle had intended. Sherlock is still the genius, selfish jerk that he is with Watson still as the perfect friend. Their relationship is a classic reminder that friends can be found everywhere, even if one is a jerk. Again, if you know the story or have seen the movies, this book is just for you. Reading it will help you greater appreciate the story and even the movie for being so accurate to their legacy. Four stars.
April 3, 2020
While "A Study in Scarlet" is in actuality the first Sherlock story, it's not the first I've read. In fact I grew up reading his stories and this one had never actually crossed my path before. So imagine my surprise when after the first chapter of the story, it suddenly switches to that of a man wondering the desert and being saved by Mormons. Man, was I lost for a bit. I was so used to the role of Watson as the storyteller that I had a moment where I thought I was reading the wrong story. And well, even after realizing that some of the characters had stayed the same and that this tale had to be the backstory, I was thrown away by both the length of the narrative which isnt based around our favorite detective, and the anti-Mormon-ness of the tale as a whole. While I can't say I appreciate their men can have multiple wives beliefs, I definitely dont imagine them as forcing women into marriages and killing those who defy them.
The second story was actually a lot better than I expected, having only the expectations of the story from the BBC Sherlock episode with the similar name (which is one of the worst in my opinion). But this tale instead caught my attention, working from the eyes of Watson to unravel the plot around ourselves. Double thumbs up for the glowing devil dog
The second story was actually a lot better than I expected, having only the expectations of the story from the BBC Sherlock episode with the similar name (which is one of the worst in my opinion). But this tale instead caught my attention, working from the eyes of Watson to unravel the plot around ourselves. Double thumbs up for the glowing devil dog
March 3, 2022
Čítanie tejto knižky sa mi, vzhľadom na momentálny situáciu a nedostatok času, trochu natiahlo. Avšak nie je to dôsledok toho, že by ma knižka nebola bavila. Ba práve naopak. Chvíľu som sa síce musela chytať na autorov štýl písania, ale akonáhle som si zvykla na dlhé chvíle, počas ktorých autor jednoducho len opisuje dianie a nič sa nerozpráva, šlo to rýchlo. A neskutočne som sa dokázala vďaka dlhým opisom vžiť do situácie. :)
Prvý s príbehov opisuje úplne prvý prípad, v ktorom sa zoznamujeme s postavou Sherlocka Holmesa. Osobne mi v hlave najviac utkvela vízia Benedicta Cumberbatch, ktorý je pre mňa stále celkovo najlepšie stvárneným SH všetkých čias. Preto pri opisoch jeho postavy som si ho dokázala živo vybaviť. :D A tak to bolo po celý čas v čítaní. Asi to už budem mať naveky takto spojené. :D
Oba príbehy, ktoré sa rozprávajú vás prekvapia svojoi hĺbkou a rozsiahlosťou, do akej autor siaha. Ide o ďalekú minulosť a dlhé plánovanie.
V prvom z príbehov, ktorý sa odohráva v Štúdii v červenom s páchateľom na konci súcitíte. Kdežto v Psovi Baskervilskom zloducha preklínate. Dva protiklady v jednom zväzku. Ale rozhodne to stojí za prečítanie. Vlastne ide o moje prvé knižky z tvorby tohto autora a môžem vysloviť za seba spokojnosť. :)
Prvý s príbehov opisuje úplne prvý prípad, v ktorom sa zoznamujeme s postavou Sherlocka Holmesa. Osobne mi v hlave najviac utkvela vízia Benedicta Cumberbatch, ktorý je pre mňa stále celkovo najlepšie stvárneným SH všetkých čias. Preto pri opisoch jeho postavy som si ho dokázala živo vybaviť. :D A tak to bolo po celý čas v čítaní. Asi to už budem mať naveky takto spojené. :D
Oba príbehy, ktoré sa rozprávajú vás prekvapia svojoi hĺbkou a rozsiahlosťou, do akej autor siaha. Ide o ďalekú minulosť a dlhé plánovanie.
V prvom z príbehov, ktorý sa odohráva v Štúdii v červenom s páchateľom na konci súcitíte. Kdežto v Psovi Baskervilskom zloducha preklínate. Dva protiklady v jednom zväzku. Ale rozhodne to stojí za prečítanie. Vlastne ide o moje prvé knižky z tvorby tohto autora a môžem vysloviť za seba spokojnosť. :)
October 8, 2023
Review only for The Hound of the Baskervilles. Though I loved the Sherlock movies and the TV series, I'm glad I forgot the conclusions of most of them. This let me really enjoy the unfurling of the case, the guess work I found myself doing, and all the things I missed that was obvious to Sherlock's brilliant mind.
While the case in question was no doubt intriguing, I absolutely adored the dialogue! Like so so much. That was the star for me. I don't remember ever actively loving any dialogue from a book before, but i did with this! I loved Sherlock's natural theatrical nature and the quick back and forth he has with Watson and his clients. The quieter moments in this book made me crave speech. That has never happened to me for any other book. This makes me look forward to reading his other adventures in the future. A Study in Scarlet next, perhaps?
4 ⭐️s for this short and engaging read that makes me want to read more of his work.
Creepy scale: 2/5 (the mood was good, the scene set in the moors ripe for horrors that could lurk in the fog and shadows, but the investigation was the focus)
While the case in question was no doubt intriguing, I absolutely adored the dialogue! Like so so much. That was the star for me. I don't remember ever actively loving any dialogue from a book before, but i did with this! I loved Sherlock's natural theatrical nature and the quick back and forth he has with Watson and his clients. The quieter moments in this book made me crave speech. That has never happened to me for any other book. This makes me look forward to reading his other adventures in the future. A Study in Scarlet next, perhaps?
4 ⭐️s for this short and engaging read that makes me want to read more of his work.
Creepy scale: 2/5 (the mood was good, the scene set in the moors ripe for horrors that could lurk in the fog and shadows, but the investigation was the focus)
February 10, 2021
I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of reading Sherlock Holmes stories. I have read them in a rather backward fashion and not in an semblance of the correct order so I loved starting at this origin story - the study in scarlet, where Sherlock and John first make their acquaintances. I’ve previously read stories where their friendship was already well established so to start at the beginning was great.
And the hound of the Baskervilles has always been one of my favourites so far. I will always get a thrill and enjoy having my mind blown when Sherlock lays out his deductions and how he comes to the conclusion of working out how and who committed the crimes. They’re so clever and definitely a great joy to read.
Timeless classics and you just can’t beat a Sherlock Holmes for a murder mystery!
And the hound of the Baskervilles has always been one of my favourites so far. I will always get a thrill and enjoy having my mind blown when Sherlock lays out his deductions and how he comes to the conclusion of working out how and who committed the crimes. They’re so clever and definitely a great joy to read.
Timeless classics and you just can’t beat a Sherlock Holmes for a murder mystery!
November 13, 2022
*this is a review for the hound of the Baskervilles. I've already read a study in scarlet and my review can be found on that books page*
Five stars
The great detective maybe at his finest. This book is atmospheric and delightfully creepy. It feels as though the moor is a character, plotting deviously to its own ends. Sherlock's logical reason vs the supernatural fear is axhilerating and the imagery is sublime. I was kept guessing till the end with every twist and turn and one charachter on the moor gave me quite a shock to who it actually was. A superb bit of detective fiction that will last for ever. Would definitely rrcommend to fans of the detective or those wanting to have a first dip into the canon of Sherlock Holmes.
Five stars
The great detective maybe at his finest. This book is atmospheric and delightfully creepy. It feels as though the moor is a character, plotting deviously to its own ends. Sherlock's logical reason vs the supernatural fear is axhilerating and the imagery is sublime. I was kept guessing till the end with every twist and turn and one charachter on the moor gave me quite a shock to who it actually was. A superb bit of detective fiction that will last for ever. Would definitely rrcommend to fans of the detective or those wanting to have a first dip into the canon of Sherlock Holmes.
June 18, 2018
Masterpiece! The Sherlock Holmes Canon wears this label deserving every syllable. Four Novellas, "A Study in Scarlet", "The Hound of the Baskerviles", "The Sign of Four", "The Valley of Fear" and the 56 short stories are so wonderful I have read and re-read them since my dear Grandmother gave them to me in 1955 at age six. One of my greatest treasures was the official card I sent for and received from 221B Baker Street making me an official member of the "Baker Street Irregulars". The Canon is a cherished part of my life.
February 23, 2021
I think I prefer mysteries where enough information is presented by the author that I have a fighting chance of solving the mystery as well, but I still have to take my hat off to the Master. These two stories bookend our relationship with Holmes, so read this this version if you read nothing else by Doyle.
December 22, 2022
Pidin lugema kohustuslikuks kirjanduseks vaid ,,Etüüd punases�.
Raamat oli väga huvitav ja tuli ka minu lemmikraamatute listi. Iga lehekülg oli kaasahaarav ja mōtlemapanev ning alles viimastel lehekülgedel tuli juhtum täielikult päevavalgele (sellepärast tasubki raamat lõpuni lugeda).
Olen õnnelik, et olin järjepidev ja lugesin raamatu läbi.
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Raamat oli väga huvitav ja tuli ka minu lemmikraamatute listi. Iga lehekülg oli kaasahaarav ja mōtlemapanev ning alles viimastel lehekülgedel tuli juhtum täielikult päevavalgele (sellepärast tasubki raamat lõpuni lugeda).
Olen õnnelik, et olin järjepidev ja lugesin raamatu läbi.
ä!:)
April 7, 2023
I pretty enjoyed reading this book which contains two different stories. I have a preference for the Hound of the Baskerville as it is kind of supernatural and fantastic ! Even though A study of scarlet was pretty interesting to read because of the second part which explained us why Stangerson and Drebber had been murdered.
July 19, 2023
A Study in Scarlet is where it all started: every Holmes-trope, the art of deduction, the friendship with Dr. Watson. It is the very Holmes-foundation and possibly my favorite of the Holmes novels. Hound of Baskervilles on the other hand is probably my least favorite. It feels the least Holmes in my opinion.
January 13, 2019
I cannot believe it took me this long to read my first Sherlock Holmes book, I loved it!
April 26, 2019
Fantastic story that still holds its own against modern day crime fiction.
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