Anniversary

Today we commemorate the creator of detective fiction

𝐄𝐝𝐠𝐚𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐞 (19 January 1809 – 7 October 1849) is best known for his ingenious poetry and short stories. He had a profound impact on American literature. His story “The Murders in the Rue Morgue” established him as a forefather of detective fiction. He was impoverished despite his success.