Dog Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
““What do you wish to draw my attention to? To the curious incident of the dog in the night-time. The dog did nothing in the night-time. That was the curious incident, remarked Sherlock Holmes.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle, 1902
Sherlock highlights that the most striking clue can be something that appears to have happened, emphasizing the importance of paying attention to the unusual or seemingly insignificant details.
In simple terms: Notice odd details that seem empty.
Observe and investigate the unusual.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- crime solving
- reading mystery novels
- critical thinking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What seemingly trivial detail could change your understanding?
- How do you decide which oddities to pursue?
The clue may be a red herring; not all oddities are meaningful.