Edgar Allan Poe. Writer and poet, who was considered the herald of the genius of French, British and Russian symbolism. His stories and tales, poems and poems are rightfully considered masterpieces of world literature. His work and fate are still shrouded in numerous rumors and legends, causing fierce debate among critics and literary scholars. And this is quite justified - after all, both the literary and life path of “mad Edgar” to this day are fraught with many secrets and mysteries... contents Cover 1 Title page 5 Introduction 7 Did you know that... 12 Part one: the life of Edgar Poe 15 Families of Edgar Poe 17 Childhood 26 Places of childhood 32 University 42Youth of an adventurer 55Work, life and hobbies. 77Alcohol, drugs and death 122Edgar Poe's love 136Part two: creativity 143Reasons that prompted writing 145Stories 164Poetry 206Short story, prose poem and journalism 241Stories from “A” to “Z” 248Conversation with the reader 275Bibliography 283Poe and his time 289