Seeking a good biography about Edgar Allan Poe
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Manny_Fatback — 9 years ago(September 06, 2016 11:42 AM)
I was hoping someone here might recommend an interesting and thorough biography/examination of Edgar Allan Poe. Something comprehensive (life, his writing, that kind of thing). I've seen a few online but wanted someone's recommendation if possible. Thanks to anyone who can help me.
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shroudoftheimmortal — 9 years ago(September 06, 2016 01:54 PM)
Poe
by James M. Hutchisson is the only one I've read cover to cover but thought it was both comprehensive and unbiased. It's got good reviews too.
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interiorday — 9 years ago(September 07, 2016 08:35 AM)
Julian Symons,
The Tell-Tale Heart: The Life and Works of Edgar Allen Poe
, is the best I've read. Not long, but thorough, and very well written.
Daniel Hoffman,
Poe Poe Poe Poe Poe Poe Poe
, is maddening (as you might guess) but amusing and interesting.
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reneeldabard — 9 years ago(October 23, 2016 01:04 PM)
Edgar Allan Poe: A Critical Biography
by Arthur Hobson Quinn is available online for free at eapoe dot org. It is highly acclaimed.
Also, I liked
Edgar A. Poe: Mournful and Never-ending Remembrance
by Kenneth Silverman.