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Summary

In the story «The Murders in the Rue Morgue» by Edgar Allan Poe, a mysterious murder of two women in Paris is investigated. The main character, Auguste Dupin, uses his exceptional analytical skills to solve the case. Dupin and his friend, the narrator, discover that the murders occurred in a locked room, and the police are unable to find a logical explanation. By analyzing the evidence and testimonies, Dupin concludes that the crime was committed by an orangutan that escaped from its owner. Through his deductive method, Dupin manages to unravel the mystery and restore justice.