The name Edgar Allan Poe conjures up thoughts of hearts beating long after their owners are dead, of disease and plague amid wealth, and of love that extends beyond the grave. The richness of Poe's writing, however, includes much more than horror, loss, and death. Poe's stories teem with irony and black humor, in addition to plot twists and surprise endings. Living by their own rules and charged with passion, Poe's characters are instantly recognizable – even though we may be appalled by their actions, we understand their motivations. This collection contains eleven of Poe's best stories. They are "The Fall of the House of Usher," "The Pit and the Pendulum," "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Cask of Amontillado," "The Premature Burial," "Ligeia," "The Black Cat," "The Oval Portrait," "Berenice," "The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar," and "The System of Dr. Tarr and Prof. Fether."

Includes Narrative of A. Gordon Pym, Ligeia, Morella, a Tale of the Ragged Mountains, the Spectacles, King Pest, and Three Sundays in a Week.

This Combo Collection (Set of 4 Books) includes All-time Bestseller Books. This anthology contains: The Works of Edgar Allan Poe — Volume 1 The Works of Edgar Allan Poe — Volume 2 The Works of Edgar Allan Poe — Volume 3 The Works of Edgar Allan Poe — Volume 4

NARRATIVE OF A. GORDON PYM LIGEIA MORELLA A TALE OF THE RAGGED MOUNTAINS THE SPECTACLES KING PEST THREE SUNDAYS IN A WEEK The Works of Edgar Allan Poe Volume 3 (Illustrated) Edgar Allan Poe (born Edgar Poe; January 19, 1809 – October 7, 1849) was an American author, poet, editor, and literary critic, considered part of the American Romantic Movement. Best known for his tales of mystery and the macabre, Poe was one of the earliest American practitioners of the short story, and is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre. He 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 difficult life and career. Born in Boston, he was the second child of two actors. His father abandoned the family in 1810, and his mother died the following year. Thus orphaned, the child was taken in by John and Frances Allan, of Richmond, Virginia. Although they never formally adopted him, Poe was with them well into young adulthood. Tension developed later as John Allan and Edgar repeatedly clashed over debts, including those incurred by gambling, and the cost of secondary education for the young man. Poe attended the University of Virginia for one semester but left due to lack of money. Poe quarreled with Allan over the funds for his education and enlisted in the Army in 1827 under an assumed name. It was at this time his publishing career began, albeit humbly, with an anonymous collection of poems, Tamerlane and Other Poems (1827), credited only to "a Bostonian". With the death of Frances Allan in 1829, Poe and Allan reached a temporary rapprochement. Later failing as an officer's cadet at West Point and declaring a firm wish to be a poet and writer, Poe parted ways with John Allan.

From Frankenstein to futuristic feminist utopias, Decoding Gender in Science Fiction examines the ways science fiction writers have incorporated, explored, and revised conventional notions of sexual difference. Attebery traces a fascinating history of men's and women's writing that covertly or overtly investigates conceptions of gender, suggesting new perspectives on the genre.

Enter the hauntingly beautiful world of "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe" curated by the master of macabre himself, Edgar Allan Poe, in a collection that continues to mesmerize readers across generations. Prepare to delve into the depths of the human psyche as you explore Poe's iconic tales of mystery, madness, and the macabre. From the chilling suspense of "The Tell-Tale Heart" to the eerie poetry of "The Raven," each piece in this collection is a masterpiece of gothic literature that will leave you spellbound. Poe's works are renowned for their exploration of universal themes such as love, death, and the nature of the human soul. Through his haunting prose and vivid imagery, Poe invites readers to confront their deepest fears and contemplate the mysteries of existence. Through meticulous character analysis, readers gain insight into the complex psyches of Poe's protagonists, from the tormented narrators of his short stories to the tragic heroes of his poetry. Each character is a study in depth and ambiguity, leaving readers captivated by their struggles and desires. The overall tone and mood of "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe" are one of foreboding and melancholy, as readers are drawn into Poe's atmospheric world of crumbling mansions, haunted landscapes, and tortured souls. His evocative language and mastery of suspense create an immersive reading experience that lingers long after the final page is turned. Widely regarded as a literary mastermind, Edgar Allan Poe's works have left an indelible mark on the world of literature and continue to inspire writers and readers alike. His unique blend of psychological insight and supernatural elements has earned him a place among the greatest storytellers of all time. Designed to appeal to a wide audience, "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe" is perfect for readers who appreciate dark and atmospheric storytelling. Whether you're a fan of horror, poetry, or classic literature, this collection offers something for everyone. In comparison to other literary collections, "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe" stands out for its enduring popularity and cultural significance. Poe's influence can be felt in everything from literature to film, music, and beyond, making this collection a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the darker side of human nature. On a personal level, "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe" resonates with readers by tapping into the universal themes of mortality, madness, and the unknown. Poe's works serve as a reminder of the fragility of life and the power of art to confront our deepest fears and desires. Don't miss your chance to experience the timeless brilliance of "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe." Let his haunting tales and evocative poetry transport you to a realm of mystery and imagination. Grab your copy now and prepare to be entranced by the master of the macabre.

Founder of the detective genre and author of works on cryptography, Edgar Allan Poe possessed what Shawn Rosenheim called a “cryptographic imagination.” Not only was Poe’s work influenced by secret writing, it inspired future critics to search his texts for secret clues and that fostered new modes of reading. Poe’s acclaimed complexity owes as much to a long and sophisticated tradition of his interpretative reading as it does to the “undercurrent of meaning” ciphered in his texts. Grounded in previous scholarly work, Deciphering Poe: Contexts, Subtexts, Subversive Meanings explores the hoaxing and subversive nature of Poe’s art and expands this contextual framework. Contributors to the volume offer a highly nuanced picture of Poe’s engagement in the major discourses of the time—religious, philosophical, social, and literary. Twelve essays of the collection discuss Poe’s debt to baroque tradition, his response to Catholicism, his tribute to philosophical idea of sublimity, his complex response to racial issues, and his controversial afterlife reception. The volume includes new readings of Poe’s texts explicitly using codes, secret writing or techniques of detection—“The Gold Bug,” The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym, and the Dupin tales. The essays in the collection were originally presented as talks at the Poe Studies Association’s Third International Edgar Allan Poe Conference: The Bicentennial in October 2009. The contributors are Poe scholars from the United States, France, Germany, and Canada: Amy C. Branam, Lauren Curtright, Daniel Fineman, William E. Engel, John C. Havard, Henri Justin, John Edward Martin, Sean Moreland, Philip E. Phillips, Stephanie Sommerfeld, and Timothy N. Towslee.

Volume 7 of the series (volume 1 of the set) lists performances and readings of full plays, significant abridgements and excerpts from plays that have been recorded. Series volume 7A (volume 2 of the set) is a companion volume to volume 7 with an emphasis on recorded poetry. Series volume 7B (volume 3 of the set) adds approximately 10,000 entries to the coverage of volumes 7 and 7A. In addition, short stories, novels, speeches, commentaries, conversations, essays and readings have been indexed in these volumes.