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Captain of the Polestar, and other tales

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Captain of the Polestar, and other Tales by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is a collection of haunting and atmospheric short stories that exemplify the author's skill in creating tension and suspense. Set in various eerie and isolated locations, each story is filled with a sense of foreboding and mystery that keeps the reader on edge until the very end.

One of the standout stories in the collection is "The Captain of the Polestar," a chilling tale of a doomed Arctic expedition that is plagued by unexplained supernatural events. Doyle's vivid descriptions of the harsh polar landscape and the crew's mounting terror make this story particularly gripping and atmospheric.

Another notable story is "Jelland's Voyage," which follows a young naval officer who becomes entangled in a series of increasingly bizarre and terrifying events while aboard a mysterious ship. The story's slow-building sense of dread and the shocking twist at the end make it a standout in the collection.

Overall, Captain of the Polestar, and other Tales showcases Doyle's mastery of the short story form and his ability to create memorable and eerie narratives that linger in the reader's mind long after they have finished reading. Fans of mystery and horror will find much to enjoy in this collection of twisted and suspenseful tales.

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This is a collection of early Sir Arthur Conan Doyle short stories. It includes stories of mystery, comedy, shipwrecks and fantasy.


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