Tales of Mystery and Imagination by Edgar Allen Poe - 1933 Illustrated Edition
Don't miss out on this handsome collection of Edgar Allen Poe's most famous works. This edition of "Tales of Mystery and Imagination" includes full-page black and white plates illustrated by Harry Clarke, as well as several laid-in full-color plates. This edition, published by Tudor in 1932 features a black top stain, black end papers, and is in good to good+ condition. There is some light bumping to the corners and some very minor shelf ware, but the pages are clean and unmarked, the binding is tight, and there is no foxing. This exquisite book is an excellent edition to add to your collection.
This is a seminal collection that explores the darker facets of the human psyche through a series of engrossing stories. Divided into two parts—mystery and imagination—the work showcases Poe’s masterful command of suspense and the macabre.
In the realm of mystery, tales such as "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" introduce the astute detective C. Auguste Dupin, who employs unparalleled reasoning to solve gruesome crimes. "The Mystery of Marie Rogêt" further exemplifies Poe's pioneering influence on the detective genre, blending real events with fiction to delve into the intricacies of investigation and analysis.
The imaginative aspect reveals a descent into emotional turmoil and existential dread. "The Fall of the House of Usher" exemplifies Gothic horror, capturing the decline of both a family and their ancestral home, while "The Tell-Tale Heart" plunges into the mind of a murderer, showcasing themes of guilt and paranoia.
Throughout the collection, Poe's language is both lyrical and intense, immersing readers in a world where reality blurs with nightmares. His exploration of death, decay, and madness has left an indelible mark on literature, positioning him as a master of short fiction whose tales continue to resonate with readers drawn to the enigmatic and the eerie.
Don't miss out on this handsome collection of Edgar Allen Poe's most famous works. This edition of "Tales of Mystery and Imagination" includes full-page black and white plates illustrated by Harry Clarke, as well as several laid-in full-color plates. This edition, published by Tudor in 1932 features a black top stain, black end papers, and is in good to good+ condition. There is some light bumping to the corners and some very minor shelf ware, but the pages are clean and unmarked, the binding is tight, and there is no foxing. This exquisite book is an excellent edition to add to your collection.
This is a seminal collection that explores the darker facets of the human psyche through a series of engrossing stories. Divided into two parts—mystery and imagination—the work showcases Poe’s masterful command of suspense and the macabre.
In the realm of mystery, tales such as "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" introduce the astute detective C. Auguste Dupin, who employs unparalleled reasoning to solve gruesome crimes. "The Mystery of Marie Rogêt" further exemplifies Poe's pioneering influence on the detective genre, blending real events with fiction to delve into the intricacies of investigation and analysis.
The imaginative aspect reveals a descent into emotional turmoil and existential dread. "The Fall of the House of Usher" exemplifies Gothic horror, capturing the decline of both a family and their ancestral home, while "The Tell-Tale Heart" plunges into the mind of a murderer, showcasing themes of guilt and paranoia.
Throughout the collection, Poe's language is both lyrical and intense, immersing readers in a world where reality blurs with nightmares. His exploration of death, decay, and madness has left an indelible mark on literature, positioning him as a master of short fiction whose tales continue to resonate with readers drawn to the enigmatic and the eerie.
Don't miss out on this handsome collection of Edgar Allen Poe's most famous works. This edition of "Tales of Mystery and Imagination" includes full-page black and white plates illustrated by Harry Clarke, as well as several laid-in full-color plates. This edition, published by Tudor in 1932 features a black top stain, black end papers, and is in good to good+ condition. There is some light bumping to the corners and some very minor shelf ware, but the pages are clean and unmarked, the binding is tight, and there is no foxing. This exquisite book is an excellent edition to add to your collection.
This is a seminal collection that explores the darker facets of the human psyche through a series of engrossing stories. Divided into two parts—mystery and imagination—the work showcases Poe’s masterful command of suspense and the macabre.
In the realm of mystery, tales such as "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" introduce the astute detective C. Auguste Dupin, who employs unparalleled reasoning to solve gruesome crimes. "The Mystery of Marie Rogêt" further exemplifies Poe's pioneering influence on the detective genre, blending real events with fiction to delve into the intricacies of investigation and analysis.
The imaginative aspect reveals a descent into emotional turmoil and existential dread. "The Fall of the House of Usher" exemplifies Gothic horror, capturing the decline of both a family and their ancestral home, while "The Tell-Tale Heart" plunges into the mind of a murderer, showcasing themes of guilt and paranoia.
Throughout the collection, Poe's language is both lyrical and intense, immersing readers in a world where reality blurs with nightmares. His exploration of death, decay, and madness has left an indelible mark on literature, positioning him as a master of short fiction whose tales continue to resonate with readers drawn to the enigmatic and the eerie.