When it comes to the invention of the mystery novel, one name stands out in the 19th century literary landscape - Edgar Allan Poe. Known for his macabre and suspenseful tales, Poe is widely regarded as the pioneer of the mystery genre. Poe's groundbreaking works, such as "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" and "The Purloined Letter," introduced readers to the enigmatic detective C. Auguste Dupin. These stories, written in the mid-1800s, laid the foundation for what would become a beloved and enduring genre. "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," published in 1841, is often hailed as the first modern detective story. Its intricate plot, baffling crime, and ingenious deduction captivated readers, making it a significant milestone in literary history. In this tale, Dupin employs his extraordinary deductive skills to solve a seemingly unsolvable murder case. Poe's influence on the mystery genre extended beyond his own stories. His emphasis on logical reasoning and puzzles helped shape the popular perception of what a mystery novel should entail. Authors like Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes, openly acknowledged Poe's impact on their work. In addition to Poe, other notable 19th-century authors contributed to the development of the mystery genre. Wilkie Collins, often referred to as the "father of the detective novel," penned "The Moonstone" in 1868. This novel, considered one of the earliest detective stories in English literature, revolves around the theft of a precious diamond and features a large cast of suspects. Another influential figure was Émile Gaboriau, a French author known for his detective novels featuring detective Monsieur Lecoq. Gaboriau's works, such as "The Widow Lerouge" (1866), introduced elements of police procedurals and legal investigations to the genre. For readers interested in exploring 19th-century mystery novels, a visit to reputable book review websites like Goodreads or recommendations from like-minded mystery enthusiasts can be invaluable. These platforms often compile lists of classic mystery novels, providing readers with an extensive selection to choose from. In conclusion, Edgar Allan Poe is widely credited with inventing the mystery novel in the 19th century. His gripping stories featuring the brilliant detective C. Auguste Dupin set the stage for the genre's development. Alongside Poe, authors like Wilkie Collins and Émile Gaboriau made significant contributions to the mystery genre during this era. To dive into the world of 19th-century mysteries, explore book review websites and engage with fellow enthusiasts to discover hidden gems and thrilling reads.
"The Legend of Searching for Qin" has a thrilling and gripping storyline, written by the author Huang Yi. It is an excellent novel with both intriguing plot and writing style. The chapters with refreshing and clean text from Huang Yi's latest work are available for free reading on the Pen Fun Pavilion platform.
101.88 Million words | 2021-03-25 19:29Update
Unexpectedly gained a space, where there are numerous magical objects. [Golden Earth]: Cultivates all things. [Void Well]: Absorbs void energy. [Spatial Warehouse]: Possesses infinite storage capacity. [Dimensional Travel]: Can randomly enter a world.
48.19 Million words | 2022-08-19 22:58Update
Sorry, "Myth" has already been registered as a book title and the editor says it conflicts with movies and TV shows. Therefore, the new book will be renamed "Great Demon". All the young people out there, get ready for battle on the next issue!
418.49 Million words | 2021-03-01 06:27Update
Ning Fei had a dream where he found himself in the Lanruo Temple. There, he encountered a female ghost named Nie Xiaoxian, a bearded man named Yan Chixia, and even a thousand-year-old tree demon. When Ning Fei woke up, he realized that he had become Ning Caichen, dressed in a white robe with long sleeves, resembling an ancient scholar.
290.74 Million words | 2021-07-31 20:40Update
With a portal to the known world of martial arts, Yang Yi embarks on a journey of adventure and explores the realms, riding gallantly on a spirited horse, wielding his sword. Let's revisit the novels we once fervently pursued together...
149.44 Million words | 2022-09-21 03:12Update
The remnants of the imperial family of the former dynasty, inheriting Huang Shang's martial arts, reigning supreme in the martial world, and controlling the Bright Summit of the Ming Cult! Expelling the invaders, restoring the glory of the Han Dynasty! Our ancestors' loss of virtue brought suffering to the people, now that I am alive, I will spare no effort to make amends! The six sects call me a demon, but I see them as mere pigs and dogs! In the realm of rivers and lakes, I calculate like a king; in reshaping our divine land, I build the gate of heaven!
595.01 Million words | 2022-09-19 05:07Update
Wielding a sword in the martial world, Tang Dynasty's palace unfolds countless waves. In the later period of the Wu Zhou Dynasty, Lin Jianlan, an ordinary youth from a rural village, becomes entangled in the grudges and romances of the martial world after saving the leader of the righteous sect. Little did he know, behind the turbulent waves of the rivers and lakes, there are hidden undercurrents. The truth about his deceased parents reveals a hidden secret, leading him step by step into the intricate power struggles within the palace. Despite his overlook of the world, he cannot escape the helplessness brought by the passage of time, and he indulges in the desire for power within the whirlpool. As the emperor's star begins to fall, conflicts are fought openly and in secret, and amidst the intricate web, he finds himself at the laughingstock of the chessboard. Is it the ugly display of greed and fame that cannot be demolished or the unwavering determination that deserves admiration? He dances with a sword on the sandy shore, shedding away all the superficiality, and gazes back at the sunset on the hills and rivers. Snow falls silently on his shoulders, silently passing away. The new book "Poor Dad, Rich Dad" www.k.com/book/.html has been uploaded, offering a different style and experience. Your visit and guidance are sincerely welcomed. QQ group: To join, simply verify yourself by naming a character from the book. :)
313.28 Million words | 2023-06-29 14:24Update
Mobile reading "Invincible Immortal Venerable in the City" No pop-up window pure text full text free reading [[[Ten Star Proving Dao - Immortal Cultivation New Work Awards]] Contest entry] Nine Profound Immortal Venerable Lin Yi was unfortunately attacked by a legendary dragon while crossing the calamity and ascending, and died at Tianmen Platform. He returned to his youth and discovered that his left hand was sealed with a dragon. From then on, Lin Yi stood in the new world with an extremely strong posture, punching evil tyrants and kicking prodigal sons. Thus, a unique path of the rise of the strong begins. Book reader group: ps: not a harem novel.
557.35 Million words | 2021-11-04 01:30Update
The journey of the Divine Beast is the path of nature. Insects, fish, birds, and beasts can all communicate with humans, ascending to the peak together with cultivators. Unable to cultivate, scorned at home, even abandoned at the ancestral tomb. Childhood sweetheart seeks solace in the arms of another, while friends stab each other in the back. When a hopeless ne'er-do-well, who only cares about himself, stumbles upon a mischievous time-traveling girl, how will his life change? Communicating with spiritual beasts, using talismans to transform, controlling puppet simulacra. The destiny reader twirls his beard, ...
132.76 Million words | 2021-03-21 02:47Update
Witness the raging tree, saving the collapsing tower... Resurgence of spiritual energy, an inter-realm battle for dominance... Martial arts cultivation, immortal abilities, who can roam freely? It all begins with a small emulator. A world of wizards, a world of immortals, a world of monster hunters, a world of gods...
322.46 Million words | 2020-09-16 01:16Update
Asking about the vastness of humanity, what is righteous? What is evil? The heavens are difficult to tolerate, I don't inquire about the past, nor do I inquire about the afterlife, I only seek pleasure in this lifetime of gratitude and resentment. Often thinking of two hundred years later, where fairness and justice reside in people's hearts, But suddenly, I think of those people from the past, and shed tears for the things that should have been treasured. Those who peacefully rest in this place, Let their words be written on the surface of the water.
8.28 Million words | 2021-07-13 09:17Update
In the mundane world of red dust, a wanderer of the extraordinary. The path of immortality elusive, slaying demons and suppressing evil. He is a stranger walking among mortals, drifting in the wind and rain, until one day he found his own destiny. Since then, he has taken on the responsibility of vanquishing demons and upholding justice, while possessing a tender heart of a hero... The protagonist experienced three reincarn
336.48 Million words | 2022-08-02 03:00Update
Tang Fengyue was reborn and unexpectedly obtained a beauty system. It is said that by completing the tasks given by the system, magical rewards can be obtained. A beautiful woman approached. "Task issued: Host, advance and grope the chest once. If the task is completed, you will be rewarded with a Great Yuan Pill, which can increase inner strength by fifty years. If the task fails, you will lose the qualifications to be a man forever," the system mechanically said. Tang Fengyue: "..." What the hell is this damn system?!
587.45 Million words | 2021-01-23 16:19Update
Linghu Da, a homebody, transmigrated into Yu Zheng's version of "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer" and became the male lead, Linghu Chong.
18.03 Million words | 2022-04-24 05:15Update
I am Zhang Yutang, and I am the disciple of the fragrance master. My beloved is a green snake. This world is so crazy. "Fahai, you don't understand love!" "Xu Xian, do you want me to tell you about having a wife?" "Miss Qing, I am still young and not fully developed yet." "Wow, White Snake, you are the White Snake, you are so beautiful." If you, dear
459.13 Million words | 2021-09-03 07:57Update
If I become a Buddha, there will be no demons in the world, If I become a demon, there will be no Buddhas in the world, In the illusory world, a single strike sweeps across the eight wastelands, With unwavering determination, I confront all the goblins and monsters, Trapped in the debt of demons, I sigh and look back to find no shore, Amidst the countless gods and Buddhas, I beckon the return of the Great Sage!
320.17 Million words | 2021-07-19 22:07Update
A story related to cultivation, it may be different from typical xianxia novels because the author made an effort to present something unique. That's about it. If readers are looking for profound meaning or philosophy in this book, they will certainly be disappointed. In my opinion, this book is simply a means of passing time for everyone. If it achieves that purpose, then the author's goal is considered accomplished.
128.61 Million words | 2022-09-24 15:51Update
A Journey to the West CD brought game designer Zuofengchen into a magical continent crawling with monsters called Beijuluzhou. In the perilous Beijuluzhou, if he wants to rescue the Snow Country Princess and bring her back to the new socialist world, he must break through the game and unravel the stories of true and false scripture seekers in the mysterious world of Journey to the West. In this Journey to the West, Sha Wujing is no longer the honest monk who only knows how to say that the master is
174.13 Million words | 2020-08-14 21:01Update
After the extinction, the cultivation civilization turned to a new page. Talents emerged, and the masters of immortals and demons were restless. Powerful immortal positions emerged endlessly in pursuit of the supreme path. The human immortal dynasty, the desolate city of the underworld, the celestial court of the nine heavens, the demon and monster teachings, the ten major schools of immortal positions... Various forces entangled with each other, and the nine heavens realm was plunged into conflict. In a remote realm, Luo Chuan, a young man from the Tang Country, who was originally a low-ranking noble, received an ancient and extraordinary technique that even the peerless demon lord had overlooked when he was framed by someone. "The human body is a great medicine that can cultivate the great path. Seek life after nine deaths, and possess the supreme Nine Transformations Method." ... The seemingly incompatible Nine Transformations Foundation Building Technique led Luo Chuan to leave the small Tang Country and embark on his path to enlightenment. (This book has been published, and there is a rich reserve of chapters. Updates are risk-free, and quality is guaranteed.)
481.42 Million words | 2022-01-15 19:38Update
Chaos opens, dividing heaven and earth. Yang is god, Yin is demon, the union of Yin and Yang forms humanity. Alone, Yin cannot give birth, and solitary Yang cannot thrive. Seeking propagation, the realms of god and demon launch a massive invasion into the human realm. As the battle of destruction ends, the human realm is sealed, the demon realm falls, and the god realm arrogantly attempts to dominate all three realms under its sole rule.
532.33 Million words | 2020-12-04 14:49Update
