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The Gold-Bug
Written by Edgar Allan Poe
Narrated by Chris Lutkin
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
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About this audiobook
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.
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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Reviews for The Gold-Bug
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
3.5/5
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- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5I 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.