Calico Classics Illustrated: Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of Baskervilles

Calico Classics Illustrated: Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of Baskervilles — page 9
Charles Baskerville He was my friend and my patient His tragic death created quite a stir in Devonshire My friend was an unimaginative practical man but he took the words of this document very seriously It is the legend of the Baskerville family Holmes stretched the document out over his knees I looked over his shoulder at the yellow paper and the faded ink But surely you wish to consult with me over something more modern and practical Holmes asked Most modern and practical the doctor agreed It is a matter that must be decided in the next twenty-four hours But this manuscript is related May I read it to you Holmes leaned back placed his fi ngertips together and closed his eyes Dr Mortimer lifted the manuscript to the best light and read in a high crackling voice 12