The minister switched the letter with a similar one of no consequence, and has since been blackmailing her.Īt the direction of this powerful lady, Monsieur G has repeatedly searched every inch of the Minister’s house and office, with no results.
While the letter almost went unnoticed, Minister D saw it and discerned that it contained damning information. As she read it in her suite, an “exalted personage” from whom she wished to hide the letter, and a certain “Minister D”, entered the room. Without hesitation, Dupin is able to tell the Prefect exactly where the letter is, solely based on the description of the case.Īccording to the Prefect, a young lady (it is implied she is royalty) was in possession of a letter which contained damaging information. Monsieur G has a case which he cannot solve, involving a purloined (stolen) letter. The Prefect has come to Dupin again in need of help. Auguste Dupin, while he and his friend, an unnamed narrator, entertain the Prefect of the Paris Police, Monsieur G. The story begins in the home office of private investigator C. Or, a useful refresher for teachers to help them decide if they would like to use this story in the classroom. What elements are present in "The Purloined Letter" that occur in other detective stories?Ī Synopsis of “The Purloined Letter” by Edgar Allan Poeīeware! “The Purloined Lette” synopsis below does contain spoilers! This summary is meant to be a helpful recap for students after they have read the book.
How does Poe's use of setting, symbolism, personification, and simile impact the story overall?.What are the qualities that make a good detective?.What are ways that an author can build suspense?.
Essential Questions for “The Purloined Letter”
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