Edgar Allan Poe: How to Know Him (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162591575)

Edgar Allan Poe: How to Know Him is a biographical book written by C. Alphonso Smith, which provides an in-depth exploration of the life and works of the legendary American author, Edgar Allan Poe. The book delves into the personal and professional life of Poe, including his childhood, education, literary career, and his struggles with poverty, alcoholism, and mental illness. The author also analyses Poe's literary works, including his poems, short stories, and essays, and provides critical insights into their themes, motifs, and literary techniques. The book also features a detailed timeline of Poe's life, a bibliography of his works, and a list of references for further reading.Overall, Edgar Allan Poe: How to Know Him is an essential read for anyone interested in learning more about the life and works of one of America's most celebrated and enigmatic writers.1921. Considered one of the most macabre and bizarre authors, Poe is a manufacturer of the creepy crawlies and cold shivers. This work is an attempt to substitute for the real travesty of Poe, to suggest at least the diversity of his interests, his future-mindedness, his sanity and his humanity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: C. Alphonso Smith
ISBN-10: 1162591579
ISBN-13: 9781162591575
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 364
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.75d