The Problem of Cell 13

Title	:	The Problem of Cell 13
Author	:	Jacques Futrelle
Release	:	2025-02-24
Kind	:	ebook
Genre	:	Historical Mysteries, Books, Mysteries & Thrillers, Fiction & Literature, Short Stories
Size	:	282724

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"The Problem of Cell 13" by Jacques Futrelle is a classic locked-room mystery short story, first published in 1905. It introduces Professor Augustus S.F.X. Van Dusen — also known as "The Thinking Machine" — a brilliant logician who believes that pure reason can solve any problem. In this story, Van Dusen accepts a daring challenge: to escape from a high-security prison cell within one week, using only his mind. Confined in Cell 13 with no tools, outside help, or special privileges, he must rely on his intellect and observation skills to devise a plan. As the days pass, the prison staff are baffled by strange occurrences and Van Dusen’s calm confidence. The story builds to a clever and satisfying conclusion, showing how The Thinking Machine uses logic and creativity to achieve the seemingly impossible. It’s often praised for its intricate plot, tight pacing, and the ingenuity of its solution. Film and TV Adaptations: "The Problem of Cell 13" (1962): This was adapted as an episode of the TV anthology series The Alfred Hitchcock Hour. Other Adaptations: The story has been dramatized for radio and adapted into various TV formats over the years, though it hasn’t been made into a standalone film.

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