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Summary

The novel «The Mystery of Cloomber» by Arthur Conan Doyle narrates the mysterious events occurring at the Scottish estate of Cloomber. The main character, John Fothergill West, arrives at this secluded place and witnesses strange occurrences linked to General Heatherstone, who lives in constant fear of an unknown threat. The General, who previously served in India, harbors a secret that gradually unfolds through a series of mystical and frightening events. Ultimately, it is revealed that the General is being pursued by Indian fanatics seeking revenge for past events. The story concludes with a dramatic resolution where the mystery of Cloomber is finally unveiled.