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“Well, and there is the end of our little drama," I remarked, after we had sat some time smoking in silence. "I fear that it may be the last investigation in which I shall have the chance of studying your methods. Miss Morstan has done me the honour to accept me as a husband in prospective." He…” quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
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““Well, and there is the end of our little drama," I remarked, after we had sat some time smoking in silence. "I fear that it may be the last investigation in which I shall have the chance of studying your methods. Miss Morstan has done me the honour to accept me as a husband in prospective." He gave a most dismal groan.””

Arthur Conan Doyle

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Source Novel: The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle, 1902

The narrator laments that this may be his final chance to study the detective's methods before marriage ends his involvement.

In simple terms: He fears losing a unique learning opportunity due to personal life changes.

Key Takeaway

Value mentorship while you can.

Themes

learning mentorship career transition personal sacrifice detective work

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

advice literary

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • career planning
  • relationship decisions
  • professional development

Key Concepts

Sherlock Holmes method investigative reasoning personal commitment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance personal commitments with professional curiosity?
  • What opportunities might you miss if you postpone learning?
A Different Perspective

Personal life may limit professional growth.

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