One of the earliest stories featuring a reanimated mummy First published in 1892, Arthur Conan Doyle's Lot No. 249 is a thrilling tale of suspense, mystery, and the supernatural, widely regarded as one of the earliest stories featuring a reanimated mummy. Doyle masterfully builds tension and dread in Lot No. 249, combining elements of gothic horror with his trademark skill for sharp characterization and suspense.