The Gothic Works of Edgar Allan Poe (Illustrated Edition)
Enriched edition. The Tell-Tale Heart, Berenice, Morella, Shadow, Silence, The Black Cat, The Premature Burial…By Edgar Allan Poe
Length21h 4m
About this audiobook
In 'The Gothic Works of Edgar Allan Poe (Illustrated Edition)', readers are transported into the eerie and macabre world crafted by one of the pioneers of Gothic literature. Poe's mastery of the short story format is showcased in chilling tales such as 'The Tell-Tale Heart' and 'The Fall of the House of Usher', where themes of madness, death, and the supernatural reign supreme. The inclusion of haunting illustrations adds an extra layer of depth to the already haunting narratives, enhancing the reader's experience of Poe's dark imagination within a literary context that continues to captivate audiences to this day. The rich atmosphere, intricate plots, and psychological depth of Poe's works make this collection a must-read for fans of Gothic literature and anyone interested in exploring the darker side of the human psyche.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
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GenreGeneral Fiction, Mystery and Thriller
Length21 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Gothic Works of Edgar Allan Poe (Illustrated Edition)
26Hop-Frog (Eight Chained Ourang-Outangs)
2Introduction
27Biography
3Historical Context
28The Dreamer by Mary Newton Stanard
4Synopsis (Selection)
29Chapter I
5Metzengerstein
30Chapter II
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6The Assignation
31Chapter III
7Berenice
32Chapter IV
8Morella
33Chapter V
9King Pest
34Chapter VI
10Shadow—A Parable
35Chapter VII
11Silence—A Fable
36Chapter VIII
12Ligeia
37Chapter IX
13The Fall of the House of Usher
38Chapter X
14William Wilson
39Chapter XI
15The Man of the Crowd
40Chapter XII
16The Oval Portrait (Life in Death)
41Chapter XIII
17The Masque of the Red Death
42Chapter XIV
18The Pit and the Pendulum
43Chapter XV
19The Tell-Tale Heart
44Chapter XVI
20The Black Cat
45Chapter XVII
21The Premature Burial
46Chapter XVIII
22The Oblong Box
47Chapter XIX
23The Imp of the Perverse
48Chapter XX
24The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar
49Chapter XXI
25The Cask of Amontillado
50Chapter XXII
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