Edgar Allan Poe

Why should we read Edgar Allan Poe? 

• This is a YouTube video from Ted-Ed answering the question why the author is still celebrated today and the reason we still read his work. 

Themes in Poe's Work

Poe's work harnesses a range of dark and macabre themes, including death, madness, and the supernatural. These elements are a hallmark of his writing and contribute significantly to his enduring legacy in Gothic literature. Some more resources to help you understand can be found here:

• Poe's Stories

List of Characters

• Character List from the EAP Society of Baltimore 

List of Works

• The Poe Museum's Complete List of Works

There are many databases available for use in the GCC library but some that may be of particular use for searching Poe are: 

• Gale Literature Resource Center
• Literary Reference Center 
• Gale Literature Criticism 
• Salem Literature