Gaston Leroux, the celebrated French novelist and journalist, is best known for his enduring masterpiece *The Phantom of the Opera*. Combining elements of mystery, romance, and gothic suspense, his work captures the allure and unease of fin‑de‑siècle Paris. Leroux's background as a court reporter and crime correspondent lent his fiction a sharp sense of realism and tension that continues to captivate readers.
Beyond his most famous tale of the haunted Paris Opera House, Leroux wrote numerous thrillers and detective stories that showcase his flair for intricate plotting and psychological depth. His legacy endures as a cornerstone of early twentieth‑century popular fiction, influencing generations of writers and adaptations across stage and screen.
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