The Gold-Bug and Other Tales

This anthology features nine captivating stories by Edgar Allan Poe, showcasing his mastery of gothic horror and suspense. Notable tales include "The Gold-Bug," where a man and his servant navigate madness in search of treasure, requiring readers to decode a secret message. "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" introduces the first detective story, presenting a baffling double homicide with an enigmatic non-human suspect. Other classic stories like "The Fall of the House of Usher" and "The Masque of the Red Death" highlight Poe's enduring influence on literature.