The Murders in the Rue Morgue

17/02/2024 1h 34min

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Episode Synopsis

In "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" by Edgar Allan Poe, we follow the brilliant amateur detective C. Auguste Dupin and his friend as they investigate a series of baffling murders in Paris. The victims, brutally slain in a locked room, present a perplexing mystery that baffles the authorities. Through astute observation and deductive reasoning, Dupin unravels the truth behind the murders, revealing a surprising culprit and showcasing his unmatched intellect in the realm of crime-solving. This groundbreaking tale is considered one of the earliest examples of the detective genre and a masterpiece of suspense and intrigue.