A Student's Guide to Edgar Allan Poe

Download or read book A Student's Guide to Edgar Allan Poe written by Debra McArthur and published by Enslow Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Edgar Allan Poe's influence as a writer, critic, and poet on modern literature cannot be overstated. Much of his fiction laid the foundation for modern-day horror. His short story, "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," is even considered to be the first modern detective story. In this book, Poe's amazing career and fascinating life are examined, offering accessible insight into his work for novice readers. Each work is placed in historical and biographical context, with special emphasis placed on curriculum-related material.