Quinn, Arthur Hobson
Edgar Allan Poe: A Critical Biography
- ISBN 13:
- 9780801857300
- author:
- Quinn, Arthur Hobson
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 804
- Genre:
- Literature & literary studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Edgar Allan Poe's life has long been shrouded in mystery and speculation. This biography seeks to separate fact from fiction, drawing on extensive research into the Poe family archive to reveal the complexities of his life.
Arthur Hobson Quinn's meticulous approach offers a fresh perspective on the author of "The Red Mask of Death," "The Black Cat," and "The Murders of the Rue Morgue." By examining the ways in which prior biographies have distorted our understanding of Poe's life, Quinn sheds new light on the man behind the legend.
This comprehensive study is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the life and works of one of America's most enduring literary figures. With its focus on verifiable facts, it provides a nuanced and balanced portrait of Edgar Allan Poe.
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