Edgar Allan Poe was an American writer, poet, and literary critic. He is best known for his tales of mystery and macabre, and is considered as the inventor of the detective fiction genre. Poe's works have had a profound impact on American and international literature as well as popular culture.
Born on January 19, 1809 in Boston
Lost his parents at a young age and was raised by John Allan, a wealthy businessman
Faced financial difficulties and struggled with alcoholism throughout his life
Wrote numerous poems, short stories, and critical essays, including 'The Raven' and 'The Tell-Tale Heart'
Died on October 7, 1849, under mysterious circumstances
Posthumously recognized as one of the greatest American writers of all time
A narrative poem about a mysterious talking raven that visits a grieving narrator. One of Poe's most famous works.
A short story that follows the narrator's descent into madness and eventual murder of an old man. Considered a classic of the horror genre.
Considered to be the first modern detective story. Features C. Auguste Dupin, a detective who uses his analytical skills to solve a murder case.
One of Poe's most famous works is 'The Raven', a narrative poem about a mysterious talking raven that visits a grieving narrator.
Edgar Allan Poe is known for writing in the horror and mystery genres. He is considered as the inventor of the detective fiction genre.
Poe's writing style is characterized by his use of imagery and symbolism, as well as his exploration of darker themes such as death, grief, and the supernatural.
Poe's works had a profound impact on American and international literature, especially in the genres of horror and mystery. He is regarded as a pioneering figure in the development of the modern short story and detective fiction.
The cause of Poe's death is unknown and remains a mystery. Some of the possible causes include alcoholism, tuberculosis, and brain inflammation.