After the recent publicization of the shocking case on the moor involving the last member of the Baskerville line, Sir Henry Baskerville, renowned London detective Sherlock Holmes, local naturalist Jack Stapleton, and the legendary “Hound Of The Baskervilles”, many never-before-heard pieces of information have been uncovered and many “loose ends” concerning the legend of Dartmoor's “Demon Hound” have been resolved. In today’s obituary section of The Dartmoor Tribune, our renowned writer Ian Glick will be retelling the controversial life of the late “Hound Of The Baskervilles”. ______________________________________________________________________________ The Hound’s life began as a pup at the well-known business establishment Ross And Mangles …show more content…
John Watson’s revolvers, and his haunting presence on the moor which prevented even the hardiest of travellers from traversing the desolate plain during the dark hours. These things are set in stone and will always be unwaveringly bound to the Hound’s legacy like Barnacles on the hull of a London Sailboat, whereas the real uncertainty lies in whether his life should be celebrated or condemned in the eye of the public. Many view the Hound as a legend, the picture of strength and perseverance in the face of unimaginable difficulty, but an equally extensive sector of citizens view him as an unspeakable terror, a brutal murderer and malicious shadow whose very name should not be spoken, much less celebrated. Debates such as these are the very lifeblood of public interaction, and it is a truly special occasion when one is ever fully put to rest, but certain aspects of The Hound’s legacy cannot be denied. For better or for worse, the existence of this legendary beat, whether he be natural or supernatural, has irreversibly changed the culture of England for both the scientific and superstitious, and for that, he will be sorely