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The gold bug,
Book • 1953
Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Gold-Bug' follows William Legrand, who discovers a mysterious scarab-like bug made of gold.
After finding a coded message, Legrand becomes convinced it leads to a buried treasure hidden by the infamous pirate Captain Kidd.
Accompanied by his loyal servant Jupiter and a friend who narrates the story, Legrand embarks on an adventurous quest.
Using his knowledge of cryptography, Legrand deciphers the code, leading them to the treasure's location.
The story is a thrilling blend of adventure, mystery, and intellectual deduction, showcasing Poe's mastery of suspense and his fascination with the macabre.
After finding a coded message, Legrand becomes convinced it leads to a buried treasure hidden by the infamous pirate Captain Kidd.
Accompanied by his loyal servant Jupiter and a friend who narrates the story, Legrand embarks on an adventurous quest.
Using his knowledge of cryptography, Legrand deciphers the code, leading them to the treasure's location.
The story is a thrilling blend of adventure, mystery, and intellectual deduction, showcasing Poe's mastery of suspense and his fascination with the macabre.
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as a short story that sparked William Friedman's interest in codes.

Gordon Corera

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