Question

What author is credited with writing the first detective story.

Answer 1

Edgar Allan Poe's

Edgar Allan Poe's story, "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," first appears in Graham's Lady's and Gentleman's Magazine. The tale is generally considered to be the first detective story.

Answer 2

Answer:

Edgar Allan Poe.

Explanation:

He wrote "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" - it's generally considered to be the first detective story.