Edgar Allan Poe, Levi Lionel Leland
Edgar Allan Poe, Levi Lionel Leland
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Edgar Allan Poe
The Master of the Macabre

Author: Levi Lionel Leland

Series: Pocket Portraits

Narrator: Fred Sanders

Unabridged: 4 hr 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/23/2025

Synopsis

Step into the fascinating and gothic world of Edgar Allan Poe, the master of macabre, with this compelling literary biography that unravels his dark genius, iconic works, and enduring influence on gothic literature.

Discover the tumultuous life of Edgar Allan Poe, the legendary gothic author, marked by literary genius and personal tragedy, and explore the haunting themes that defined his timeless creations. From excerpts of his chilling tales like The Tell-Tale Heart and The Raven to insightful commentary and unforgettable quotes about and from Poe himself, this book paints a vivid portrait of the man behind the pen.

This beautifully curated book is both an inspiring biography and a celebration of literary brilliance. Whether you’re a longtime admirer of Poe or just beginning your literary adventure, Pocket Portraits: Edgar Allan Poe will leave you fascinated, inspired, and longing for more.

About Levi Lionel Leland

Levi Lionel Leland is a born and raised Rhode Islander with a near lifelong passion for Edgar Allan Poe and his works. After visiting every Poe Museum or house in the country, he focused his attention homeward, learning all that he could about Poe’s time in Providence and creating the Edgar Allan Poe RI website and A Walking Tour of Poe’s Providence, where he shares his research and passion for our favorite gothic poet.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Rory on July 08, 2025

Edgar Allan Poe (d.1849) is one of the most well-known of American writers. Indeed, he is reputed to be the first American writer to have made his living by writing alone, although it should be added that he spent most of his life struggling in abject poverty. This ‘pocket portrait’ is a relatively c......more

Goodreads review by Chrystal on July 02, 2025

Edgar Allan Poe is one of my favorite authors and the core inspiration for my brand, Nevermore Lane, so naturally I was thrilled to receive an ARC of this beautifully designed biography. The book is part tribute, part literary sampler, giving readers a glimpse into Poe’s life along with selected quo......more

Goodreads review by Doreen on September 23, 2025

Hunh, I think Edgar Allan Poe might be the one writer -- if not one person outright -- of whom I've read the most biographies. And certainly, what a wealth of material and mystery there is surrounding one of the most famous writers to ever live! From a life marked with more than its fair share of dra......more

Goodreads review by Joel on September 09, 2025

Just in time for spooky season, publisher Adams Media and author Levi Lionel Leland have brought the world a pocket-sized volume on the subject of famous writer and poet, Edgar Allan Poe. What not to Expect – Whenever a person idly picks up a volume with the name of Edgar Allan Poe on it, they tend......more

Goodreads review by Theediscerning on October 29, 2025

As you'd expect, a biography of the great East Coast American author. I did have my doubts about this to start with – copious two-page chapters, with their own intrusive titles, and a lot of pages given over to extracts from the poems and short stories. But the text flows very well, despite it being......more

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