Poe, Edgar Allan 1809-1849 creator Jylhä, Yrjö 1903-1956 Kivimies, Yrjö 1899-1980 text utu 2024 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Kultakuoriainen y.m. kertomuksia" by Edgar Allan Poe is a collection of stories written in the early 19th century. This anthology features Poe's signature blend of horror, mystery, and psychological depth, showcasing characters like the eccentric William Legrand and his loyal servant Jupiter, who embark on intriguing and suspenseful adventures. The themes in these tales often delve into the macabre and the mind's descent into madness, which have cemented Poe's legacy as a master of gothic fiction. The opening of the collection introduces us to the narrator's friendship with William Legrand, who has faced a series of misfortunes that lead him to isolate himself on Sullivan's Island in South Carolina. The narrator visits Legrand on a particularly chilly day, noting his peculiar behavior and an obsession with a golden beetle he believes can lead to fortune. As they converse, hints of Legrand's deteriorating mental state emerge, especially around the mysterious beetle and a cryptic drawing he creates, which only adds to the tension. The narrative sets up an air of intrigue, foreshadowing a thrilling adventure that revolves around the beetle's connection to an ancient secret, captivating the reader’s attention right from the start. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Edgar Allan Poe -- Kultakuoriainen -- Tarina Rosovuorilta -- Sfinksi -- William Wilson -- Musta kissa -- Ligeia -- Kuilu ja heiluri -- Tohtori Tarrin ja professori Fetherin systeemi -- Usherin talon häviö. Release date is 2024-08-28 Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen Originally published: Porvoo: WSOY, 1927 Adventure stories, American -- Translations into Finnish American fiction -- Translations into Finnish Horror tales, American -- Translations into Finnish PS Porvoo: WSOY, 1927 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74325 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74325 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134724.0 74325