Ligeia (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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Ligeia (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

Classic horror and ghost stories Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss Short stories

Author: Edgar Allan Poe

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Language: English

Published by: Fantasy and Horror Classics

Published on: 19th October 2012

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 936 Kb

ISBN: 9781447499541


About the Story

This book contains Edgar Allen Poe’s 1838 short story, “Ligeia”. An anonymous narrator recounts the story of his meeting a beautiful and intellectual woman "in some large, old decaying city near the Rhine." They get married, and Ligeia introduces her husband to all manner of mathematical and metaphysical knowledge. Soon after, she becomes seriously ill and dies. The narrator’s second marriage comes to a similarly tragic end, resulting in the uncanny reappearance of the mysterious Ligeia.

Why Read “Ligeia”

A gripping and atmospheric tale, “Ligeia” is highly recommended for fans of fantasy and horror fiction, and would make for a fantastic addition to any collection.

About Edgar Allan Poe

Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849) was an American author, editor, poet, and critic. Most famous for his stories of mystery and horror, he was one of the first American short story writers, and is widely considered to be the inventor of the detective fiction genre.

Collectibility and Republication

Many antiquarian books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing "Ligeia" now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

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