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The Gold-Bug
The Gold-Bug
The Gold-Bug
Audiobook1 hour

The Gold-Bug

Written by Edgar Allan Poe

Narrated by Chris Lutkin

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

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The Gold-Bug is a short story by Edgar Allan Poe published in 1843. The plot centers on a secret message that will lead to a buried treasure. Aware of the growing popularity of cryptography and code-breaking, Poe submitted this story to a writing contest sponsored by a Philadelphia newspaper. Winning the grand prize of $100, the story was then published in three installments beginning in June 1843. Set on Sullivan's Island, South Carolina, the story is seen as an early form of detective fiction. It was one of the most popular of Poe's stories during his lifetime.
LanguageEnglish
Release dateJul 25, 2017
ISBN9781666592436
Author

Edgar Allan Poe

Born on January 19, 1809, Edgar Allan Poe has become synonymous with writing described as mysterious and macabre. Also credited with originating the detective-fiction genre, Poe is considered part of the American Romantic Movement. A very celebrated poet, short story writer, and Gothic novelist, Poe died in 1849.

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    I liked the first half and was intrigued. But as soon as they started talking about math and numbers, etc., I completely zoned out. It sort of ruined the story for me.