The Complete Works of Edgar Allan Poe

Romance - An Edgar Allan Poem

"Romance" is a poem by Edgar Allan Poe that serves as a reflection on the nature and experience of romantic love, as well as a meditation on the art of poetry itself. The poem delves into the ephemeral qualities of...

Israfel - An Edgar Allan Poem

"Israfel" is an intriguing poem by Edgar Allan Poe that explores the power and limitations of artistic expression, specifically through the character of Israfel, an angel whose song is so pure that even the stars and heavenly beings stand still...

The Valley of Unrest - An Edgar Allan Poem

"The Valley of Unrest" is a poem by Edgar Allan Poe that delves into the themes of melancholy, sorrow, and the unsettling tranquility of a mysterious landscape. The valley itself is depicted as a place of perpetual sadness, where even...

Dream-Land - An Edgar Allan Poem

"Dream-Land" is an evocative poem by Edgar Allan Poe that takes the reader on a journey through a surreal and haunting landscape. This enigmatic realm exists somewhere between the worlds of sleep and wakefulness, a place filled with shadows, strange...

The Haunted Palace - An Edgar Allan Poem

"The Haunted Palace" is a vivid and haunting poem by Edgar Allan Poe that tells the story of a once magnificent palace that has since fallen into disrepair and become haunted. Symbolically, the poem is often interpreted as an allegory...

The Coliseum - An Edgar Allan Poem

"The Coliseum" is a poem by Edgar Allan Poe that explores the historical and metaphorical significance of Rome's Colosseum. It serves as a meditation on the grandeur and decay of empires, the passage of time, and the inevitable fall of...

A Dream Within A Dream - An Edgar Allan Poem

"A Dream Within a Dream" is one of Edgar Allan Poe's more famous poems, addressing the blurred line between reality and illusion. The poem is divided into two stanzas, each describing a separate but related scenario. In the first, the...

An Enigma - An Edgar Allan Poem

"An Enigma" is a short but intellectually engaging poem by Edgar Allan Poe that delves into the realm of puzzles and coded messages. The poem presents itself as a riddle, asking the reader to uncover a hidden name. Written in...

Ulalume - An Edgar Allan Poem

"Ulalume" is a haunting poem by Edgar Allan Poe that delves into themes of grief, loss, and the subconscious mind. Narrated in the first person, the poem takes the reader on a journey through a desolate landscape on a dark...

A Valentine - An Edgar Allan Poem

Written to the object of his affection, Edgar Allan Poe's poem "A Valentine" is a beguiling work that delves into the complexities of love and the intricacies of the human heart. Written as an acrostic, the poem is more than...

Morella

"Morella" by Edgar Allan Poe is a classic horror and gothic short story that explores the themes of death, identity, and the supernatural. The narrator marries a woman named Morella, who is deeply knowledgeable about philosophy and spends her time...

The System of Doctor Tarr & Professor Fether

"Doctor Tarr and Professor Fether" is a short story written by Edgar Allan Poe in 1845. The story is a satirical take on the psychiatric treatment methods of the time and centers around the titular characters, Doctor Tarr and Professor...

King Pest - A Tale Containing an Allegory

Welcome, everyone, to our reading of "King Pest" by the master of the macabre, Edgar Allan Poe. This short story was first published in 1835 in the Southern Literary Messenger and is a satirical tale that offers a unique take...

The Man That Was Used Up - A Tale of the Late Bugaboo and Kickapoo Campaign

"The Man That Was Used Up", sometimes subtitled "A Tale of the Late Bugaboo and Kickapoo Campaign", is a short story and satire by Edgar Allan Poe. It was first published in August 1839 in Burton's Gentleman's Magazine.The story follows...

The Premature Burial

Edgar Allan Poe's The Premature Burial is a classic horror story that tells the story of a man whose fear of being buried alive causes him to face his greatest fear--being buried alive. Written in 1844, this short story provides...

Berenice - Original, Uncensored Version

Dive into the dark and mysterious world of Edgar Allan Poe's classic short story, "Berenice." Follow the story of a young man obsessed with his cousin as he slowly goes mad. Be mesmerized by this mystery-filled, psychological horror tale that...

The Tell-Tale Heart

“True! -nervous - very, very dreadfully nervous I had been and am; but why will you say that I am mad?”⁣The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe is a classic exploration of guilt, fear, and the power of the human...

The Imp of The Perverse

From the darkest corners of the human mind, comes #TheImpOfThePerverse. Edgar Allan Poe's iconic work continues to enthrall and mesmerize readers even today.Are you ready to join us on this journey of exploration? Dive into the depths of the subconscious...

The Facts In The Case of M Valdemar

Ready to experience something eerie, yet captivating? Delve into the world of #TheFactsInTheCaseOfMValdemar by #EdgarAllanPoe and find out what strange and chilling secrets lurk in the shadows.⁣⁣Discover the horror behind this gothic tale as we explore the mysterious events surrounding...

The Sleeper

The City In The Sea

The Conqueror Worm

Lenore

For Annie

Bridal Ballad

Poe opines of the radiance and angellic wualities of women, one, in particular, Helen.

Annabel Lee

Poe opines of the radiance and angellic wualities of women, one, in particular, Helen.

MS. Found In A Bottle

The Oval Portrait

Poe opines of the radiance and angellic wualities of women, one, in particular, Helen.

The Masque of the Red Death

Poe opines of the radiance and angellic wualities of women, one, in particular, Helen.

The Fall of the House of Usher

Poe opines of the radiance and angellic wualities of women, one, in particular, Helen.

Silence - A Fable

Shadow - A Parable

To Helen (1848)

Poe opines of the radiance and angellic wualities of women, one, in particular, Helen.

The Bells

Brilliant in its complicated simplicity. Poe makes use of onamonapeia to tell the story of the circle of life in the macabre way that only he can.

The Pit & The Pendulum

The Pit & The Pendulum, originally published in 1843 takes us to the Spanish city of Toledo, during the inquisition, where the unnamed narrator, after a long trial, wakes to fins himself in a dark and slimy dungeon, where he...

The Casque of Amontillado

The Raven

"The Raven" is a narrative poem by American writer Edgar Allan Poe. First published in January 1845, the poem is often noted for its musicality, stylized language, and supernatural atmosphere. It tells of a distraught lover who is paid a...

The Black Cat

"The Black Cat" is a short story by American writer Edgar Allan Poe. It was first published in the August 19, 1843, edition of The Saturday Evening Post. In the story, an unnamed narrator has a strong affection for pets...