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The Complete Stories and Poems

Edgar Allan Poe
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The Complete Stories and Poems

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1984

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Edgar Allan Poe

The Complete Stories and Poems

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1984
Book Details
Pages

821

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1984

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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The Complete Stories and Poems by Edgar Allan Poe is a comprehensive collection of Poe's literary works. It encompasses his most famous short stories, such as "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "The Fall of the House of Usher," along with his notable poems like "The Raven" and "Annabel Lee." This anthology showcases Poe's mastery in Gothic fiction and poetry.

Reviews & Readership

4.6

280,477 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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The collection The Complete Stories and Poems by Edgar Allan Poe is lauded for its masterful storytelling, gothic atmosphere, and pioneering psychological depth. Critics appreciate its comprehensive inclusion of Poe's works, although some note occasional stylistic inconsistency. Despite this, it stands as an essential volume for fans of classic horror and literary excellence.

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Who Should Read The Complete Stories and Poems?

A reader captivated by gothic, mysterious, and macabre tales would relish The Complete Stories And Poems by Edgar Allan Poe. Fans of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein or Bram Stoker's Dracula will appreciate Poe's dark, atmospheric prose and masterful storytelling, which delve into the human psyche and the eerie unknown.

4.6

280,477 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

821

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1984

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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