Classic Tales of Fear presents two classics of horror. The Raven is Edgar Allen Poe's masterful verse that tells of the mysterious raven that visits a man who finds himself in the deepest abyss of misery and despair. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow tells the story of Ichabod Crane and his chilling encounter with the terrifying headless horseman.
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"The story is especially effective at inspiring fear in the reader because of its heavy focus on the senses, such as sound, emphasizing its reality, unlike many of Poe's stories which are aided by the supernatural. " — Tony (4 out of 5 stars)
"The story is especially effective at inspiring fear in the reader because of its heavy focus on the senses, such as sound, emphasizing its reality, unlike many of Poe's stories which are aided by the supernatural. "
" I'm pretty sure I've read this years ago, but I've just finished reading it again. I think this is a great short story and I like the first person narration, it makes the story even more disturbing. "
" this is an all time favourite - I read this many years ago and have re read since. Its so horrific and desperate. A clever tale of the inquisition and an essential read for all horror fans. "
" i only read the pit and the pendulum. very good. "
" Never give up!!! Hope never dies!!! "
" Poe is one of the greatest writers in history. This is one of his darkest novels I have read. "
" Andrew and I read this as one of our American Literature assignments. I didn't really enjoy it because suspense, horror, and gross things are just not something I enjoy...but Andrew enjoyed it. "
" I just didn't care for the story. I found it quite confusing. I listened to an audiobook copy perhaps that is were I went wrong. "
" Nice introduction to classic horror/Poe. "
" A co-worker suggested this story, and after having read it, I believe this could be a good jumping off point for anyone interested in Poe's work. It has certainly whet my appetite for more Poe! "
" I read this in high school and decided that didn't count! I am so glad that I read it again as an adult...suspense, psychological thriller..was wasted on me as a teenager. "
" 68/1001 ~ #906 "And then there stole into my fancy, like a rich musical note, the thought of what sweet rest there must be in the grave." "
" Very strange, as can be expected of Poe. "
" Not as terrifying as I had hoped. "
Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1848) transformed the American literary landscape with his innovations in the short story genre and his haunting lyrical poetry, and he is credited with inventing American gothic horror and detective fiction. He was first published in 1827 and then began a career as a magazine writer and editor and a sharp literary critic. In 1845 the publication of his most famous poem, “The Raven,” brought him national fame.
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