The Oblong Box

Set aboard the ship "Independence," the story unfolds as the unnamed narrator encounters his old friend Cornelius Wyatt, who travels with his unsettling wife and a mysterious box. One night, the narrator witnesses a haunting scene that reveals Wyatt's deep sorrow. This chilling narrative exemplifies Edgar Allan Poe's mastery of horror and mystery, making it a compelling read for fans of the genre. The book is republished in a high-quality edition, featuring a new biography of Poe, an influential figure in American literature and the detective fiction genre.