The Edgar Allan Poe 5 Books Collection Set Boxed Set (Arcturus Classic Collections)

Titles in this Set :. Condition : BRAND NEW. Format : Paperback. ISBN :9781398829817. The Edgar Allan Poe 5 Book Boxed Set Arcturus Classic Collections :. Edgar Allen Poe is regarded as one of the greatest American writers and a pioneer of the horror genre. Themes of guilt, fear and revenge abound as the master of gothic horror transports readers to mysterious worlds, carries them on dangerous sea voyages, and investigates gruesome murders. This box set brings together some of his most celebrated works, from his classic horror stories such as 'The Fall of the House of Usher' to his dream-like poetry such as 'The Raven' and his humorous, cynical satire including 'The Man who was Used Up'.. In this collection you will find:. • Stories and Satire. • Classic Tales of Horror. • Raven and Other Poems. • Two Tales of Travel. • Tales of Adventure and Mystery. This 5-volume collection offers a comprehensive look into the mind of one of America's most revered and enigmatic writers, presented with striking contemporary cover designs.. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classic Collections series features delightful, high-quality paperback box sets of classic works of literature with striking contemporary cover designs.. About the Author :. Edgar Allan Poe (né Edgar Poe; January 19, 1809 – October 7, 1849) was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic who is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales involving mystery and the macabre. He is widely regarded as one of the central figures of Romanticism and Gothic fiction in the United States and of early American literature.[1] Poe was one of the country's first successful practitioners of the short story, and is generally considered to be the inventor of the detective fiction genre. In addition, he is credited with contributing significantly to the emergence of science fiction.