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Discuss Edgar Allan Poe: his life and stories

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Discuss the works and life of the 'Father of Mystery'

Edgar Allan Poe (1809 - 1849), called "the father of the modern mystery," wrote the first story with a fictional detective. Although he lived a short and tragic life, Poe remains today one of the most-beloved mystery writers in history.

For more about Poe, read MysteryNet's profile of Edgar Allan Poe and the full-length version of "The Murders in the Rue Morgue".

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