EDGAR ALLAN POE: 72 Short Stories and Novels & 80+ Poems (eBook)

Enriched edition. Including Essays, Letters & Biography (Illustrated)

Edgar Allan Poe (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
2667 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654775124-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "EDGAR ALLAN POE: 72 Short Stories and Novels & 80+ Poems," readers are introduced to the diverse and haunting imagination of Edgar Allan Poe, a luminary of American literature. This comprehensive collection showcases Poe's mastery of gothic elements, psychological depth, and intricate symbolism. The juxtaposition of his chilling tales with poignant poetry illustrates his unique ability to traverse the realms of horror and beauty, reflecting the Romantic era's preoccupations with emotional intensity and the supernatural. Rich in narrative craftsmanship, this anthology encapsulates critical themes of life, death, and the human psyche, seamlessly intertwining them within his narratives and verse, establishing Poe as a pioneer of both short fiction and poetic form. Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was a prolific writer whose troubled life experiences—including personal loss, financial struggles, and a tumultuous mental state—informed his artistic vision. His background in journalism, criticism, and the burgeoning genre of detective fiction imbued his works with innovation and complexity. These endeavors not only cemented his legacy but also paved the way for future literary movements, particularly the emergence of modern horror and mystery genres. This anthology is an essential read for admirers of classic literature and those exploring the intricacies of the human condition. Poe's works resonate across generations, inviting readers to confront the uncanny and introspective. Whether delving into his meticulously crafted short stories or contemplating the emotion-laden verses, this collection promises to enlighten and terrify, ensuring that Poe's genius endures.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Autor

Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849) is one of the most illustrious writers in the American literary canon, renowned for his dark romanticism and pioneering contributions to the genres of mystery and the macabre. His complex and haunting narratives often reflect themes of death, madness, and the supernatural, providing a window into the human psyche's depths. Poe's masterful manipulation of language and poetic rhythm can be witnessed in works such as 'The Raven,' a poem that solidified his place as a principal architect of the modern short story and the horror genre. His compilation, 'EDGAR ALLAN POE: 72 Short Stories and Novels & 80+ Poems,' offers a comprehensive collection embodying his innovative storytelling, which includes tales like 'The Fall of the House of Usher' and 'The Tell-Tale Heart,' alongside poems like 'Annabel Lee.' His literary style, often laced with irony and a keen psychological edge, influences a wave of detective fiction, marked by the creation of fictional detective C. Auguste Dupin. Poe's tragic life, filled with loss and struggles with addiction, often parallels the suffering of his protagonists. Though his life was beset with difficulties, his work continues to echo through the corridors of literary history, inspiring generations of readers and writers alike.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 12.12.2023
• Einführung: Isaac Lowry
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Isaac Lowry
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th century American • 19th-century poetry collections • American author • American Gods • American Romantic Movement • classic gothic literature • classic horror anthology • Classic Literature • Dark and eerie tone • Dark Romantic Poetry • death and madness motifs • Detective Fiction • detective fiction pioneer • Dracula • Edgar Allan Poe anthology • emotional depth poetry • Enigmatic Characters • Gothic Horror • gothic horror tales • Hogwarts • horror short stories • Lovecraft • macabre fiction collection • Mysterious Narratives • mystery and macabre tales • paranormal and supernatural fiction • psychological suspense • psychological suspense stories • raven and other poems • Robert Frost • Sherlock Holmes • Stephen King • Supernatural mystery narratives • symbolic literature themes • Symbolic poetry • Symbolism in literature • The Einstein Prophecy • Walt Whitman • Washington Irving