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Sherlock Holmes: The Hound of the Baskervilles - Illustrated, Large Print, Large Format
Sherlock Holmes: The Hound of the Baskervilles - Illustrated, Large Print, Large Format
Giant 8.5" x 11" Size: Large, Clear Print & Pictures - Complete & Unabridged!
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University of Life Library
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THE GAME IS AFOOT!
- 30+ illustrations from the original editions.
- Giant format - 8.5" x 11" desktop size - biggest edition available ANYWHERE - looks amazing on your bookshelf & provides the ideal reading experience for this classic work.
- Huge 18pt text, beautiful professional typesetting & high-quality bright white paper stock mean this superb edition can be easily enjoyed by all.
- University of Life Library Uniform Edition.
THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES - a gigantic, ravenous, glowing beast is loose on the grim and treacherous moors of Devonshire, apparently intent on fulfilling the murderous predictions of an ancient family curse. Can Holmes and Watson save the heir to the Baskerville fortune from a grisly fate?
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ISBN/SKU: 1985253631
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Reader's Guide
Q: Who is this edition for?
A: This edition is a strong choice for Sherlock Holmes fans, mystery readers, students, families, collectors, and anyone who wants to enjoy The Hound of the Baskervilles in a spacious, highly readable physical format. It is particularly well suited to readers who find ordinary paperback type too small or cramped.
Q: What is The Hound of the Baskervilles about?
A: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson investigate the apparent return of a terrifying family curse on the lonely moors of Devonshire. When the heir to the Baskerville estate appears to be threatened by a gigantic supernatural hound, Holmes must determine whether the danger is truly otherworldly or the work of a very human enemy.
Q: Is this a complete edition of the novel?
A: Yes. The text is complete and unabridged, so readers get Conan Doyle's full novel rather than a simplified adaptation, excerpt, or condensed version.
Q: Is this a good introduction to Sherlock Holmes?
A: Yes. The Hound of the Baskervilles is one of the best-known and most accessible Holmes novels, combining detective work with suspense, atmosphere, Gothic elements, and a memorable setting. Readers do not need to have read the earlier Holmes stories to enjoy it.
Q: Is the book suitable for younger readers?
A: Yes, particularly for confident young readers interested in mysteries and classic fiction. The language reflects its period, but the central mystery, dramatic setting, and relatively fast-moving plot make it more approachable than many other nineteenth- and early twentieth-century classics.
Q: What makes this edition different from inexpensive paperback editions?
A: The emphasis is on readability and presentation. This edition uses a full 8.5 × 11-inch page, large 18-point type, bright white paper, professional typesetting, and more than 30 illustrations drawn from the original editions, creating a much more generous reading experience than a compact mass-market reproduction.
Q: Does the book include the original illustrations?
A: Yes. The edition includes more than 30 illustrations associated with the original publication tradition of the Sherlock Holmes stories, including work by Sidney Paget. These help preserve some of the visual character that early readers would have associated with Holmes and Watson.
Q: Why is large print useful for a novel like this?
A: Large type reduces visual strain and makes extended reading more comfortable, particularly for older readers or anyone who dislikes densely set classics. The generous spacing also suits a book that many readers may want to share across generations.
Q: Is this intended as a collectible or bookshelf edition?
A: Yes. As part of the University of Life Library, the edition is designed to give classic works a substantial, uniform physical presentation rather than treating them as disposable reprints. The large format, illustrations, and typography make it suitable both for regular reading and for a permanent home library.
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Publication Details & Specifications
| Format | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Series | University of Life Library |
| Edition | Illustrated, large-print, large-format edition |
| Print length | 188 pages |
| Dimensions | 8.5 × 0.43 × 11 inches |
| Item weight | 1 pound |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | February 10, 2018 |
| ISBN-10 | 1985253631 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1985253636 |
| Author | Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
| Work | The Hound of the Baskervilles |
| Content | Complete and unabridged |
| Illustrations | Illustrated throughout with artwork by Sidney Paget and Carlile Media |
| Focus | Sherlock Holmes mystery fiction involving the Baskerville legend, a mysterious death, Dartmoor, and Holmes and Watson's investigation of an apparently supernatural threat |
| Text presentation | Large-print presentation designed for comfortable reading rather than a small-format facsimile reproduction |
| Format advantage | Oversized 8.5 × 11 inch format with large, clear print and prominent illustrations |
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