The Hound of the Baskervilles
The Hound of the Baskervilles is a classic detective novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes. In this story, Holmes is tasked with investigating the mysterious and terrifying death of Sir Charles Baskerville, whose family has been plagued by the legend of a monstrous hound said to haunt the Baskerville lineage. As the investigation unfolds, Holmes and his companion, Dr. Watson, uncover a mix of science, superstition, and intrigue, all while trying to uncover the truth behind the family’s eerie curse.
For the design of this book, inspiration was drawn from ancient folklore and the unsettling elements of the uncanny valley theory. The use of eerie, ghostly imagery and distorted figures aims to evoke the eerie sense of dread and confusion that pervades the story. The design reflects the tension between the rational and the supernatural, creating a visual representation of the mystery and psychological tension that make this novel so gripping.