| Author |
Poe, Edgar Allan, 1809-1849 |
| Contributor |
Lowell, James Russell, 1819-1891 |
| Contributor |
Willis, Nathaniel Parker, 1806-1867 |
| Title |
The Works of Edgar Allan Poe — Volume 1
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Edgar Allan Poe, an appreciation -- Life of Poe, by James Russell Lowell -- Death of Poe, by N. P. Willis -- The unparalleled adventures of one Hans Pfaal -- The gold-bug -- Four beasts in one -- The murders in the Rue Morgue -- The mystery of Marie Rogêt -- The balloon hoax -- MS. found in a bottle -- The oval portrait.
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| Credits |
David Widger and Carlo Traverso
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| Summary |
"The Works of Edgar Allan Poe — Volume 1" by Edgar Allan Poe is a collection of various literary works, likely written in the mid-19th century. This volume presents a comprehensive look at Poe’s contributions to the genres of horror, mystery, and poetry, showcasing his unique ability to navigate themes of melancholy and the supernatural. This collection includes not only the celebrated tales such as "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" and "The Tell-Tale Heart," but also illuminating prefaces and analyses of his life and works, inviting readers to delve into the mind of one of America's most iconic writers. The beginning of this volume contains a preface, touching upon Poe's life, struggles, and literary achievements, and it sets the tone for the exploration of his works. Notably, it includes reflections on his early life, detailing his adoption by John Allan, his education, and his tumultuous relationships, as well as mentions of his formative experiences and the challenges he faced in his literary career. The opening gives readers insight into the origins of works that blend the macabre with the poetic, suggesting that Poe's life experiences deeply influenced his storytelling. Moreover, it serves as an introduction to the themes of despair, beauty, and complexity that define his body of work, preparing readers for the profound explorations ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Fantasy fiction
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| Subject |
Horror tales, American
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| Subject |
American fiction -- 19th century
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| Subject |
Poe, Edgar Allan, 1809-1849
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2147 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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