The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym (eBook)
478 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654700949-8 (EAN)
Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849) is an iconic American writer, known for his contributions to the gothic, horror, and mystery genres. His upbringing was marked by tragedy; born in Boston, Poe was orphaned at a young age and fostered by the Allan family of Richmond, Virginia. Despite a tumultuous relationship with his foster father, Poe found his passion for writing early in life. His literary career began with the publication of his first book of poetry, 'Tamerlane and Other Poems' (1827), yet his lasting fame would come from his tales of the macabre. Poe's narrative style is characterized by its exploration of the human psyche and use of symbolism. This is famously depicted in 'The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym' (1838), his only complete novel, which presents an adventure to the high seas fraught with cannibalism, mutiny, and supernatural augurs. Poe's work was foundational in the evolution of the horror genre and the creation of detective fiction, particularly through the character C. Auguste Dupin. Beyond poetry and prose, Poe also tried his hand at literary criticism, wherein he advocated for a strong connection between style and meaning. His works, including 'The Raven' (1845) and 'Annabel Lee' (1849), display his masterful manipulation of language and rhythm, cementing his place in the American Romantic Movement. Plagued by personal issues and struggling financially, Poe's life was as tumultuous as his stories, and he died under mysterious circumstances at the age of 40. Nonetheless, his legacy as a literary genius continues to captivate readers and influence authors to this day.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 17.5.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 19th century adventure fiction • American Literature • antebellum period literature • Arthur Gordon Pym novel • breakthrough • Edgar Allan Poe classic • Jules Verne • Life of Pie • literary masterpiece • Macabre Themes • Master and Commander • Moby Dick • Mutiny Shipwreck • Mystery Macabre Short Stories • Mystery Suspense novel • Narrative exploration • nautical adventure story • Nautical Misadventures • Old Man and the Sea • pirate • Poe's only novel • Robinson Crusoe • Romantic Era Author • Romanticism American Literature • sailing adventure • sea voyage narrative • Southern Seas Adventure • The Sea-Woolf • Treasure Island • whaling vessel |
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