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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.” quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
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““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.””

Arthur Conan Doyle

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.

Key Takeaway

Observe and investigate the unusual.

Themes

observation investigation detail curiosity

Mood

intrigued analytical

Type

literary detective

When to use this quote

  • crime solving
  • reading mystery novels
  • critical thinking

Key Concepts

detective logic interpretation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What seemingly trivial detail could change your understanding?
  • How do you decide which oddities to pursue?
A Different Perspective

The clue may be a red herring; not all oddities are meaningful.

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