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The Gold-Bug - Edgar Allan Poe (1843) Summary
Book 242: The Gold-Bug - Edgar Allan Poe (1843)
Book at a glance: The Gold-Bug by Edgar Allan Poe, published in 1843, is a thrilling story of mystery, treasure, and cryptography. This work combines elements of adventure and intellect as it follows the journey of William Legrand and his obsession with a peculiar golden beetle. Set on Sullivan’s Island in South Carolina, The Gold-Bug captures Poe’s mastery in weaving suspense with logic and adventure, making it a cornerstone in the realm of cryptographic and detective fiction.
Genre: 19th Century, Adventure, American, Classics, Fiction, Gothic…
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