Edgar Allan Poe

Llega a nuestra colecci n Penguin Cl sicos G ticos una cuidada selecci n de los cuentos m s fascinantes del maestro del terror Edgar Allan Poe. Esta terror fica selecci n de cuentos recibe el nombre de uno de los relatos m s referenciados y adaptados del autor: La m scara de la muerte roja, una alegor a sobre la inevitabilidad de la muerte. Junto a otros tan espeluznantes como El coraz n delator o La ca da de la casa Usher, completamos esta preciosa edici n que ya forma parte de nuestra colecci n Penguin Cl sicos G ticos. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION First published in 1842, The Mask of the Red Death by Edgar Allan Poe is an allegorical short story in the gothic horror vein. It is the 15th century. An unidentified country is infected with a contagion known as the Red Death. Half the population has succumbed to a quick, gory, and painful death. Prospero, the prince, deals with the situation by inviting a thousand of his people to revel with him in a palace designed with seven rooms located in a secluded abbey. Each of the rooms, which are arranged east to west, are decorated with a monochromatic color scheme, and lit only by a brazier in the hallway which casts light through a stained-glass window. The last room to the west is decorated in black and contains a large clock that strikes heavily on the hour with a tone that stops the musicians from playing and the dancers in their tracks. As the midnight hour approaches, a tall figure enters, wearing a funeral shroud and a mask resembling the countenance of a corpse. All are terrified; some seek to fend off the intruder, to no avail. They discover there is nothing beneath his robes and mask. And then....

Edgar Allan Poe's classic tales of horror are presented here in a striking jacketed hardback edition with new full-color illustrations by Gaby Verdooren. While underappreciated in his time, Poe is now recognized as a literary genius whose gothic tales continue to intrigue and entrance. Tales of Mystery and the Imagination brings together his most haunting and celebrated short stories, including 'The Fall of the House of Usher', 'The Murders in the Rue Morgue' and 'The Cask of Amontillado'. These tales of murder, madness and suspense are accompanied by specially-commissioned, full-color illustrations by Gaby Verdooren. Whether you're reading these tales for the first time, or want to experience them afresh with brand-new illustrations, this special edition is perfect for any lover of classic literature. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Illustrated Classics series brings together handsome hardcover editions of classic works, beautifully presented with full-color, specially-commissioned illustrations, patterned endpapers and dust jackets.

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The Black Cat & Other Selected Stories by Edgar Allan Poe is a gripping collection of dark, psychological tales from the master of American Gothic fiction. Anchored by the chilling tale The Black Cat-a haunting exploration of guilt, madness, and the supernatural-this volume features some of Poe's most iconic works, including The Tell-Tale Heart, The Fall of the House of Usher, and The Masque of the Red Death. With his signature blend of macabre atmosphere, intricate symbolism, and psychological depth, Poe delves into the darkest corners of the human mind. This collection is a timeless showcase of his genius for horror, suspense, and the unnerving power of the unknown.

The Black Cat & Other Selected Stories by Edgar Allan Poe is a gripping collection of dark, psychological tales from the master of American Gothic fiction. Anchored by the chilling tale The Black Cat-a haunting exploration of guilt, madness, and the supernatural-this volume features some of Poe's most iconic works, including The Tell-Tale Heart, The Fall of the House of Usher, and The Masque of the Red Death. With his signature blend of macabre atmosphere, intricate symbolism, and psychological depth, Poe delves into the darkest corners of the human mind. This collection is a timeless showcase of his genius for horror, suspense, and the unnerving power of the unknown.

The Collected Stories by Edgar Allan Poe gathers the complete short fiction of one of the most iconic and influential figures in American literature. Master of the macabre and pioneer of the modern detective story, Poe's tales delve into the darkest corners of the human psyche-exploring madness, obsession, guilt, and the supernatural with unmatched psychological intensity and gothic elegance. From chilling masterpieces like "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "The Fall of the House of Usher" to the groundbreaking detective logic of "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," this definitive collection showcases Poe's brilliance as a storyteller, stylist, and visionary. A cornerstone of horror and mystery fiction, these stories continue to haunt and captivate readers around the world.

The Collected Stories by Edgar Allan Poe gathers the complete short fiction of one of the most iconic and influential figures in American literature. Master of the macabre and pioneer of the modern detective story, Poe's tales delve into the darkest corners of the human psyche-exploring madness, obsession, guilt, and the supernatural with unmatched psychological intensity and gothic elegance. From chilling masterpieces like "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "The Fall of the House of Usher" to the groundbreaking detective logic of "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," this definitive collection showcases Poe's brilliance as a storyteller, stylist, and visionary. A cornerstone of horror and mystery fiction, these stories continue to haunt and captivate readers around the world.

Collected Poems by Edgar Allan Poe brings together the most celebrated and haunting works of one of America's greatest poets. Known for his dark and gothic sensibility, Poe's poems delve into themes of love, loss, madness, and the supernatural. This collection includes iconic works such as The Raven, Annabel Lee, and The Bells, each marked by their musicality, eerie atmosphere, and emotional intensity. Poe's mastery of rhythm and imagery makes this anthology a captivating exploration of the macabre and the melancholic, cementing his legacy as a pioneer of American Romanticism.

Collected Poems by Edgar Allan Poe brings together the most celebrated and haunting works of one of America's greatest poets. Known for his dark and gothic sensibility, Poe's poems delve into themes of love, loss, madness, and the supernatural. This collection includes iconic works such as The Raven, Annabel Lee, and The Bells, each marked by their musicality, eerie atmosphere, and emotional intensity. Poe's mastery of rhythm and imagery makes this anthology a captivating exploration of the macabre and the melancholic, cementing his legacy as a pioneer of American Romanticism.