Edgar Allan Poe: Complete Tales & Poems by Edgar Allan Poe Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Edgar Allan Poe: Complete Tales & Poems
Book Review: Great introduction, great literature, great price
Summary: 5 Stars
Few authors (perhaps only Stephen King) have consistently tingled the spine like Master Poe. While two centuries have passed since his tortured life and twisted pen have graced our old world, his fame has endured, and this inimitable collection reminds us why. All the great stories are here: The Tell-Tale Heart, The Pit And the Pendulum, The Cask of Amantillado, The Purloined Letter, The Murders in the Rue Morgue, etc., etc., as well as all of his published poems and even some other of his writings thrown in for good measure. A must to add to the collection of any bibliophile.Book Review: All of Poe, and I love it
Summary: 5 Stars
All of Edgar Allan Poe's works collected into one hardcover volume. This book has a lot of stuff in it, and I still haven't quite finished it.
I guess what sets this book apart from all the other collections of Poe, is the book itself. It's not annotated, but I couldn't find any collections of Poe that were; however, it does come with a great introduction. And after that, pure Poe. The book is very sturdy, and considering it's price, a great bargain. I personally can't stand the see-saw cut pages that a lot collections like this get, but this book lacks those, and that makes me happy. I also won't waste your time trying to convince how great Poe was, since the fact that you're browsing here means you already know, or at least have a clue.
While any collected Poe book would probably suit you just fine, since there is very little to distinguish them from each other, I would recommend this one, simply because when I was browsing through the various collections, this one appeared to be the best bang for my buck.
Book Review: The Masterworks of a Master Writer
Summary: 5 Stars
There is an array of mixed feelings when it comes to the imcomparable Mr. Poe who, in my opinion, is the greatest of all American writers. The father of the modern mystery and king of the macabre, Poe has created a world of dark yet fascinating literature. The haunting beauty and wonder of poems such as "The Raven" or "Annabelle Lee" are irresistable to me. Some people I know have (perhaps understandably so) an aversion to Poe's literature, though I find it strangely refreshing and very exciting. I recommend these stories and poems to anyone who would like a break from the ordinary, wants to explore other less-than-desirable emotions, or needs something to help them experience the darker parts of the heart and mind that are necessary to balance with the more common, more "cheerful" things.Book Review: Poe is a great storyteller!
Summary: 5 Stars
What a bargain I happened upon when I bought this book in the bargain section of a local book store! I, like many others, had read the "Tell-Tale Heart", the "Pit and the Pendulum", "The Raven" etc.. along with other famous Poe stories and poems, but upon reading even more, I realized that Poe is indeed one of the great storytellers to have ever lived. Each story is unique and fantasically written. I urge any fan of Poe's to buy this book as soon as possible and enjoy all of his work, poems, stories and even literary criticisms!Book Review: UNION CITY 510
Summary: 5 Stars
A GREAT BOOK. THE BEST SCARY STORIEZ.A ONE OF THE BEST AUTHORS WHO EVER LIVED.