Edgar Allan Poe an american author influenced by classical and gothic tales. He was one of the main influences in modern horror, He created elements of horror within his stories which was influenced by psychological and physical events in his life. He suffered many tragedies throughout his life; death of his mother when he was born which led to him to become an orphan and death of his first wife.
Poe died in 1848, his death was a mystery. Although it was a mystery many speculate it could have been related to alcohol and drugs as he was a heavy user of the two.
Poe is famous for the The Raven, a narrative poem. First published in January 1845, the poem is often known for its musicality, stylized language, and supernatural atmosphere. It tells of a talking raven's mysterious visit to a distraught lover, tracing the man's slow descent into madness. The lover, often identified as being a student, is lamenting the loss of his love, Lenore. Sitting on a bust of Pallas, the raven seems to further instigate his distress with its constant repetition of the word "Nevermore". The poem makes use of a number of folk and classical references.
