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This biography of Edgar Allan Poe, a giant of American Literature who invented both the horror and detective genre, is a portrait of extremes: a disinherited heir, a brilliant but underpaid author, a temperate man and uncontrollable addict.
A new selection for the NEA’s Big Read program A compact selection of Poe’s greatest stories and poems, chosen by the National Endowment for the Arts for their Big Read program. This selection of eleven stories and seven poems contains such famously chilling masterpieces of the storyteller’s art as “The Tell-tale Heart,” “The Fall of the House of Usher,” “The Cask of Amontillado,” and “The Pit and the Pendulum,” and such unforgettable poems as “The Raven,” “The Bells,” and “Annabel Lee.” Poe is widely credited with pioneering the detective story, represented here by “The Purloined Letter,” “The Mystery of Marie Roget,” and “The Murders in the Rue Morgue.” Also included is his essay “The Philosophy of Composition,” in which he lays out his theory of how good writers write, describing how he constructed “The Raven” as an example.
Edgar Allan Poe (/po/; born Edgar Poe; January 19, 1809 - October 7, 1849) was an American writer, editor, and literary critic. Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. He is widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and American literature as a whole, and he was one of the country's earliest practitioners of the short story. Poe is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre and is further credited with contributing to the emerging genre of science fiction. He was the first well-known American writer to try to earn a living through writing alone, resulting in a financially diffic...
A collection of thirteen poems and eight prose selections from larger works.
How is this book unique? Font adjustments & biography included Unabridged (100% Original content) Illustrated About The Works of Edgar Allan Poe by Edgar Allan Poe Edgar Allan Poe (/poʊ/; born Edgar Poe; January 19, 1809 - October 7, 1849) was an American writer, editor, and literary critic. Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. Widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and American literature as a whole, he was one of the country's earliest practitioners of the short story. Poe is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre and is further credited with contributing to the eme...
Edgar Allan Poe - Ultimate Collection is a comprehensive anthology that encapsulates Poe's genius across various genres, including short stories, poems, and essays. This collection highlights his mastery of the macabre and the psychological, showcasing iconic works like "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "The Raven." Brutal honesty and intricate symbolism permeate Poe's writing, revealing his profound insights into the human psyche. Engaging with themes of mortality, madness, and the supernatural, the collection serves as a window into the tumultuous cultural landscape of 19th-century America, where Romanticism and Gothic elements converge. Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was a prodigious figure in Ameri...
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Greatest work of Edgar Allan Poe: This exceptional collection brings together some of the most celebrated works by the legendary American writer, Edgar Allan Poe. Featuring "The Complete Poetical Works of Edgar Allan Poe Vol -1," "The Complete Poetical Works of Edgar Allan Poe Vol -2," and "Greatest Stories of Edgar Allan Poe," this anthology showcases Poe's mastery of poetry and prose, his exploration of the macabre and mysterious, and his enduring influence on the genres of horror and detective fiction. Key Aspects of the Book "The Complete Poetical Works of Edgar Allan Poe Vol -1": Masterful Poetry: Volume 1 presents a comprehensive collection of Poe's exquisite and evocative poetry, show...
How is this book unique? Font adjustments & biography included Unabridged (100% Original content) Illustrated About The Works of Edgar Allan Poe by Edgar Allan Poe Edgar Allan Poe (/poʊ/; born Edgar Poe; January 19, 1809 - October 7, 1849) was an American writer, editor, and literary critic. Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. Widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and American literature as a whole, he was one of the country's earliest practitioners of the short story. Poe is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre and is further credited with contributing to the eme...
The Works of Edgar Allan Poe Volume 4 Edgar Allan Poe - This vintage book contains the fourth volume of "The Complete Works of Edgar Allen Poe". Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was an American author, editor, poet, and critic. Most famous for his stories of mystery and horror, he was one of the first American short story writers, and is widely considered to be the inventor of the detective fiction genre. The tales contained within this volume include: "The Conversation of Eiros and Charmion", "Mystification", "Why the Little Frenchman Wears His Hand in a Sling", "The Journal of Julius Rodman", "The Business Man", "The Man of the Crowd", "The Murders in the Rue Morgue", "A Descent into the Mealstr m", "The island of the Fay", and others.