Edgar Allan Poe Puzzles - (Sirius Literary Puzzles) by Gareth Moore (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

"I became insane, with long intervals of horrible sanity."
Edgar Allan Poe

Try not to go insane as you enter the world of master of the macabre, Edgar Allan Poe, with this fascinating collection of cunning puzzles and curious riddles. The ground-breaking master of mystery and horror Edgar Allan Poe was fascinated by puzzles and codes, as well as being the inventor of detective fiction. So, you will need your wits about you, as you hone your own skills of deduction and logic in order to reveal the answers to the conundrums contained within.

These narrative puzzles are filled with codes to crack, strange letters to decipher, and mysteries to solve. Vintage pen-and-ink illustrations accompany the text, by artists including Harry Clarke who was one of Poe's original illustrators. Whether it's for yourself or as a gift, you'll be thrilled with this Poe-inspired collection!

ABOUT THE SERIES: Sirius Literary Puzzles brings together entertaining narrative puzzles based on stories and characters from classic literature. Immerse yourself in the worlds of these beloved tales as you solve a host of riddles, number puzzles and other conundrums.

About the Author

Dr Gareth Moore is the author of a wide range of brain-training and puzzle books for both children and adults. He is the creator of online brain training site www.BrainedUp.com and runs the daily puzzle website www.PuzzleMix.com. He gained his Ph.D from Cambridge University in the field of Machine Learning, and has contributed to various advanced projects for leading technology companies.