Edgar Allan Poe

The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym (Illustrated Edition) (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Edgar Allan Poe's "The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym" is a captivating blend of adventure and psychological exploration that delves into the harrowing voyage of its titular character. Crafted with Poe's characteristic gothic style, the novel employs vivid imagery and suspenseful pacing to immerse readers in a world of maritime peril and existential dread. The richly illustrated edition enhances the narrative experience, offering visual interpretations of the stark and often surreal landscapes, which reflect Poe's fascination with the supernatural and the macabre, elevating the book beyond mere adventure into a profound contemplation of human existence and the unknown. Poe, an iconic figure in American literature, is celebrated for his mastery of horror and dark romanticism. His tumultuous life-marked by personal tragedy and a relentless quest for literary recognition-intrigued him with themes of death, isolation, and psychological complexity. These elements are poignantly woven throughout "The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym," showcasing Poe's early forays into the novel format and his precursory influence on later writers of the adventure genre, as well as his ability to blend genres. This richly illustrated edition of Poe's only complete novel is a must-read for enthusiasts of gothic literature, maritime adventure, and psychological thrillers. It invites readers to explore the depths of the human spirit and the uncharted territories of both the ocean and the mind. Engaging and thought-provoking, this work remains highly relevant, offering insights into the fears and aspirations that resonate across time.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. September 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028314347
• Artikelnr.: 69806327

Autorenporträt

Edgar Allan Poe was an American poet, short story writer, playwright, editor, critic, essayist and one of the leaders of the American Romantic Movement. Best known for his tales of the macabre and mystery, Poe was one of the early American practitioners of the short story and a progenitor of detective fiction and crime fiction. He is also credited with contributing to the emergent science fiction genre.Poe died at the age of 40. The cause of his death is undetermined and has been attributed to alcohol, drugs, cholera, rabies, suicide (although likely to be mistaken with his suicide attempt in the previous year), tuberculosis, heart disease, brain congestion and other agents. Other Books of Author: . The Tell-Tale Heart (1843) . The Raven (1845) . The Fall of the House of Usher (1839) . The Murders in the Rue Morgue (1841) . The Pit and the Pendulum (1842) . Tales of the Grotesque and Arabesque (1840) . The Cask of Amontillado (1846) . The Masque of the Red Death (1842) . The Purloined Letter (1844) . A Descent into the Maelström (1841)