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Title: The Raven, and The Philosophy of Composition
Note: Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Raven, and The Philosophy of Composition" by Edgar Allan Poe is a classic literary work combining a renowned poem and an insightful essay, written during the early to mid-19th century. This book delves into the themes of mourning, loss, and the creative process involved in crafting poetic works, particularly focusing on the famous poem "The Raven," which explores deep sorrow and melancholy. In "The Raven," the central narrative follows a grieving lover who encounters a mysterious raven that cryptically responds to his inquiries with the word “Nevermore.” As he contemplates the loss of his beloved Lenore, the poem unfolds through a haunting dialogue between the lover and the bird, revealing layers of despair and a descent into madness. Coupled with this poignant poem is "The Philosophy of Composition," where Poe explains his meticulous creative process, illustrating how each element of "The Raven" was intentionally crafted to evoke a profound emotional impact. This exploration into the artistic design demonstrates how structural choices enhance the overall thematic depth, emphasizing beauty intertwined with sorrow. Overall, the book serves as a rich testament to Poe’s literary genius and the emotional power of poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Poe, Edgar Allan, 1809-1849
Illustrator: Jenkins, Will
Illustrator: Perrett, Galen J., 1875-1949
EBook No.: 55749
Published: Oct 14, 2017
Downloads: 692
Language: English
Subject: English language -- Rhetoric
Subject: Ravens -- Poetry
Subject: Fantasy poetry, American
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Raven, and The Philosophy of Composition
Note: Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Raven, and The Philosophy of Composition" by Edgar Allan Poe is a classic literary work combining a renowned poem and an insightful essay, written during the early to mid-19th century. This book delves into the themes of mourning, loss, and the creative process involved in crafting poetic works, particularly focusing on the famous poem "The Raven," which explores deep sorrow and melancholy. In "The Raven," the central narrative follows a grieving lover who encounters a mysterious raven that cryptically responds to his inquiries with the word “Nevermore.” As he contemplates the loss of his beloved Lenore, the poem unfolds through a haunting dialogue between the lover and the bird, revealing layers of despair and a descent into madness. Coupled with this poignant poem is "The Philosophy of Composition," where Poe explains his meticulous creative process, illustrating how each element of "The Raven" was intentionally crafted to evoke a profound emotional impact. This exploration into the artistic design demonstrates how structural choices enhance the overall thematic depth, emphasizing beauty intertwined with sorrow. Overall, the book serves as a rich testament to Poe’s literary genius and the emotional power of poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Poe, Edgar Allan, 1809-1849
Illustrator: Jenkins, Will
Illustrator: Perrett, Galen J., 1875-1949
EBook No.: 55749
Published: Oct 14, 2017
Downloads: 692
Language: English
Subject: English language -- Rhetoric
Subject: Ravens -- Poetry
Subject: Fantasy poetry, American
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.