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Masks, Madness & Murder
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781067642303
Publisher: Southmill Books
Published: Apr 10 2026
Pages: 188
Weight: 0.49
Height: 0.40 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Experience the Architect of Gothic Terror
Step into a world where reason falters and death is never far behind. This carefully curated collection from Southmill Books brings together five of Edgar Allan Poe's most powerful masterpieces, paired with original illustrations and insightful commentary to deepen your journey into the shadows.
The Definitive Gothic Collection Includes:
- The Masque of the Red Death: A chilling allegory of a prince attempting to outwit a devastating plague through decadence.
- The Cask of Amontillado: Literature's most cold-blooded tale of calculated revenge beneath the streets of Italy.
- The Murders in the Rue Morgue: The groundbreaking story that birthed modern detective fiction and C. Auguste Dupin.
- The Fall of the House of Usher: A haunting exploration of ancestral madness and the mysterious bond between family and place.
- The Pit and the Pendulum: The ultimate descent into raw psychological terror and the relentless fear of the unknown.
Why This Edition? More than just a collection of horror, this volume bridges the gap between logic and nightmare. Featuring unique black-and-white illustrations and a comprehensive analysis of Poe's complex symbolism, this edition is designed for both the new reader of Gothic literature and dedicated fans of Edgar Allan Poe. Includes a detailed biography of the author and references for further reading.
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