The Adventure of the Devil's Foot

Interesting Facts

• «The Adventure of the Devil's Foot» is one of the last Sherlock Holmes adventures, published in the collection «His Last Bow».
• The story is set in Cornwall, where Holmes and Watson are staying on a doctor's recommendation, but soon become involved in investigating a strange death.
• The title «Devil's Foot» refers to a rare African poison that plays a key role in solving the crime.
• In this story, Holmes faces a moral dilemma when he must decide whether to bring to justice a man who committed a crime out of revenge.
• The story stands out among other Holmes tales for its dark and mystical mood, making it especially memorable for readers.