The Murders in the Rue Morgue

Narrated by Cyril Taylor-Carr , The Cliff

Released: February 7, 2023
Length: 1 hr 40 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Icon Audio Arts

"The Murders in the Rue Morgue" is a pioneering detective story by Edgar Allan Poe that introduces the brilliant detective C. Auguste Dupin as he unravels a perplexing and brutal double murder in Paris. Celebrated as one of the earliest examples of the locked-room mystery, this tale showcases Poe’s mastery of rational deduction and suspense. Perfect for fans of gothic, mystery, and horror stories, it offers a captivating glimpse into the origins of detective fiction.

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