Edgar Allan Poe

The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym (Illustrated) (eBook, ePUB)

A Story of Shipwreck, Mutiny & Mysteries of South Sea (Including Biography of the Author)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym' stands as a seminal work in the genre of American adventure literature, masterfully blending elements of realism and the fantastic. This illustrated edition enhances the narrative with evocative imagery that complements Poe's intricate prose style, which oscillates between the eerie and the sublime. The story follows Pym's harrowing sea voyage filled with encounters with the unknown, embodying themes of survival, existential dread, and the exploration of the unfathomable depths of the human psyche. Rooted in the literary context of the early 19th century, it reflects the burgeoning fascination with the South Seas and the sublime terror that came with the age of exploration and maritime adventure. Poe, a luminary of American literature, drew from his own experiences and a rich tradition of Gothic storytelling to craft this narrative. His deep interest in the unknown and the macabre, evident in his earlier works, impels the reader into a journey marked by dread and discovery. The novel's publication in 1838 marked his foray into prose fiction, demonstrating Poe's belief in blending genres to evoke powerful emotional responses. This illustrated edition of 'The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym' is a recommended read for those who appreciate the intricacies of adventure literature laced with existential themes. Poe's exploration of human fears and the mysterious nature of existence invites readers to embark on a thrilling intellectual journey into the heart of darkness, making it an essential addition to any literary collection.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 478
• Altersempfehlung: ab 1 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547677567
• Artikelnr.: 69561680

Autorenporträt

Edgar Allan Poe was an American poet, short story writer, playwright, editor, critic, essayist and one of the leaders of the American Romantic Movement. Best known for his tales of the macabre and mystery, Poe was one of the early American practitioners of the short story and a progenitor of detective fiction and crime fiction. He is also credited with contributing to the emergent science fiction genre.Poe died at the age of 40. The cause of his death is undetermined and has been attributed to alcohol, drugs, cholera, rabies, suicide (although likely to be mistaken with his suicide attempt in the previous year), tuberculosis, heart disease, brain congestion and other agents. Other Books of Author: . The Tell-Tale Heart (1843) . The Raven (1845) . The Fall of the House of Usher (1839) . The Murders in the Rue Morgue (1841) . The Pit and the Pendulum (1842) . Tales of the Grotesque and Arabesque (1840) . The Cask of Amontillado (1846) . The Masque of the Red Death (1842) . The Purloined Letter (1844) . A Descent into the Maelström (1841)