A Student's Guide to Edgar Allan Poe |
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Author:
| Mcarthur, Debra |
Series title: | Understanding Literature Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-7660-2437-3 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2006 |
Publisher: | Enslow Publishing, LLC
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $29.60 |
Book Description:
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Edgar Allan Poe's influence as a writer, critic, and poet on modern literature cannot be overstated. Much of his fiction laid the foundation for modern-day horror. His short story, "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," is even considered to be the first modern detective story. In this book, Poe's amazing career and fascinating life are examined, offering accessible insight into his work for novice readers. Each work is placed in historical and biographical context, with special emphasis...
More DescriptionEdgar Allan Poe's influence as a writer, critic, and poet on modern literature cannot be overstated. Much of his fiction laid the foundation for modern-day horror. His short story, "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," is even considered to be the first modern detective story. In this book, Poe's amazing career and fascinating life are examined, offering accessible insight into his work for novice readers. Each work is placed in historical and biographical context, with special emphasis placed on curriculum-related material.