Dr. John Watson

Character in The Hound of the Baskervilles From: The Hound of the Baskervilles

Holmes's companion and narrator of the investigation

85 quotes

"I know the world too well to expect much success in this venture."
"The more one knows of these deeds, the more one understands the horror of them."
"Life is infinitely stranger than anything which the mind of man could invent."
Wisdom
"It is a most singular thing that a man should have such a conviction so steadfast."
"You are right; it would indeed be well to do so."
"The case becomes darker and darker."
"It was, indeed, a remarkable document."
Literature
"Such is life, my dear fellow; such is life."
"The moor is a dangerous place for a lonely man"
Fear
"I am bound by duty and by honor"
Courage
"The truth shall set us free from fear"
Courage
"What is the use of a fine London life if one cannot save others from harm?"
Motivation
"The bonds of friendship transcend all obstacles"
Friendship
"Trust in your companion and in your instincts"
Courage
"A devoted friend is worth more than gold"
Friendship
"One must never surrender to despair"
Perseverance
"Perseverance in pursuit of justice knows no bounds"
Perseverance
"When all seems lost, hope may yet prevail"
Hope
"Evil does not rest, neither shall we"
Motivation
"The bonds between men are forged in adversity"
Friendship
"I am bound to say that it is not the situation which I should prefer, but beggars cannot be choosers."
"The facts are these, and if they seem to you to be a little bizarre, you must admit that they are very far from being a common occurrence."
Truth
"One should always think things out before one acts."
Wisdom
"It is better to learn wisdom late than never to learn it at all."
Education
"There are some things which one must face with courage."
Courage
"A man should face his troubles like a man."
Courage
"A marriage is a delicate thing."
Relationships
"The human heart is capable of great darkness and great light."
Philosophy
"Courage is not the absence of fear but action in spite of it."
Courage
"It is always best to see the worst for oneself rather than hear it from another."
Truth