The Gold-Bug

Length: 1 hr 26 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC

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"The Gold-Bug," the grand-prize winner of a Philadelphia Dollar Newspaper writing contest, showcases Edgar Allan Poe's flair for mystery and adventure. This engaging tale features a cryptogram, invisible ink, a scarab-like bug, and the allure of pirate treasure, positioning it as an early example of detective fiction that captivated audiences during Poe's lifetime.

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