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Edgar Allan Poe
His Life and Legacy
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The biography explores the contrasting facets of Edgar Allan Poe's life, highlighting his significant contributions to American literature as the pioneer of both horror and detective genres. It delves into his struggles as a disinherited heir and underappreciated author, while also examining his temperate nature juxtaposed with his battles against addiction. This portrait of extremes provides a nuanced understanding of Poe's complex character and the tumultuous circumstances that shaped his work and legacy.
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Edgar Allan Poe, Jeffrey Meyers
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- Released
- 2000
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- Title
- Edgar Allan Poe
- Subtitle
- His Life and Legacy
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jeffrey Meyers
- Publisher
- Cooper Square Press
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 378
- ISBN13
- 9780815410386
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The biography explores the contrasting facets of Edgar Allan Poe's life, highlighting his significant contributions to American literature as the pioneer of both horror and detective genres. It delves into his struggles as a disinherited heir and underappreciated author, while also examining his temperate nature juxtaposed with his battles against addiction. This portrait of extremes provides a nuanced understanding of Poe's complex character and the tumultuous circumstances that shaped his work and legacy.