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Which author is widely regarded as the father of the modern short story?
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Edgar Allan Poe
💡 Explanation:
Edgar Allan Poe is often credited with inventing the modern short story as a genre. His tales of mystery and horror, such as "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "The Cask of Amontillado," set the stage for future generations of short story writers.