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This collection showcases Edgar Allan Poe’s most enduring works, including the chilling tales of *The Fall of the House of Usher*, *The Pit and the Pendulum*, and *The Masque of the Red Death*, as well as the early detective narrative in “The Murders in the Rue Morgue.” Alongside these, readers encounter Poe’s masterful poetry, from the romantic melancholy of *Annabel Lee* and *Lenore* to the ominous *The Raven* and *Ulalume*. The edition presents a comprehensive view of Poe’s range—spanning horror, mystery, and lyrical verse—ideal for both scholars and general readers interested in American gothic literature.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Edgar Allan Poe
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