The Complete Science Fiction of Edgar Allan Poe (Illustrated Collectors Edition) (SF Classic) 1000 Copy Limited Edition

Featuring a comprehensive collection of Edgar Allan Poe's science fiction stories, this edition showcases sixteen works that blend fantastical elements with early scientific speculation. Notable pieces include 'Arthur Gordon Pym,' which delves into the mysteries of the South Pole, and 'The Unparalleled Adventures of Hans Pfall,' exploring space travel. Poe's innovative ideas, like those in 'Eureka,' predate modern theories, influencing future writers such as Jules Verne and H. G. Wells. The collector's edition also includes illustrations, a biography, and critical essays.