The proposed collection includes mystical short stories by Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849), telling about the darkest and most mysterious sides of human nature. The stories are adapted (without simplifying the original text) according to the method of Ilya Frank. The uniqueness of the method lies in the fact that memorization of words and expressions occurs due to their repetition, without memorization and the need to use a dictionary. The manual promotes effective language acquisition and can serve as an addition to the curriculum. Intended for a wide range of people learning English and interested in English culture.