The Masque of the Red Death

The Masque of the Red Death - Hardcover

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The Masque of the Red Death - Hardcover

The Masque of the Red Death - Hardcover

by Edgar Allan Poe
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by Edgar Allan Poe (Author), Coralie Bickford-Smith

Introducing Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith.

A Penguin Classic Hardcover

Arguably America's most influential short story writer, Edgar Allan Poe's tales of suspense never fail to spook and amaze. Gathered in this selection are his very best horror stories, including the gothic tour de force "The Fall of the House of Usher," the other-worldly "The Masque of the Red Death," and the murderous "The Tell-Tale Heart."

Author Biography

Edgar Allan Poe (1809-49) was born in Boston and orphaned at an early age. Taken in by a couple from Richmond, Virginia, he spent a semester at the University of Virginia but could not afford to stay longer. After joining the Army and matriculating as a cadet, he started his literary career with the anonymous publication of Tamerlane and Other Poems, before working as a literary critic. His life was dotted with scandals, such as purposefully getting himself courtmartialled to ensure dismissal from the Army, being discharged from his job at the Southern Literary Messenger in Richmond after being found drunk by his boss, and secretly marrying his thirteen-year-old cousin Virginia (listed twentyone on the marriage certificate). His work took him to both New York City and Baltimore, where he died at the age of forty, two years after Virginia.

Number of Pages: 128
Dimensions: 0.6 x 6.6 x 4.6 IN
Publication Date: October 10, 2023
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Masque of the Red Death
Interest Level: Upper Grades, 9-12
Reading Level: 7.9
Point Value: 0.5
ISBN9780241573754
Author Edgar Allan Poe
PublisherPenguin Classics
GenreLiterature
FormatHardcover
PublishedOctober 2023
LanguageENG- English
Pages128
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceTeens & young adults
Print SizeStandard Print

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Born on January 19, 1809, Edgar Allan Poe has become synonymous with writing described as mysterious and macabre. Also credited with originating the detective-fiction genre, Poe is considered part of the American Romantic Movement. A very celebrated poet, short story writer, and Gothic novelist, Poe died in 1849.

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