The Beautiful Cigar Girl by Daniel Stashower
Mary Rogers, Edgar Allan Poe, and the Invention of Murder
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century New York City, this gripping narrative delves into the mysterious and unsolved murder of Mary Rogers, a young and beautiful cigar saleswoman whose death captivated the nation. The story intricately weaves together the investigation of her murder with the life of Edgar Allan Poe, who becomes obsessed with the case and uses it as inspiration for his famous detective story, "The Mystery of Marie Rogêt." Through a blend of historical detail and literary intrigue, the narrative explores themes of media sensationalism, the burgeoning field of forensic science, and the blurred lines between fact and fiction.
- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
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(4.0)
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