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Edgar Allan Poe Accomplishments

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LINCOLN,IL- Edgar Allan Poe is one of the most interesting authors in American history. He is even still popular almost 17- years after his death in 1849. Almost every year, schools across america study Poe and his writing. One reason why Poe is still famous today is because of his writing and work. Poe’s work always had a macabre tone or mood to it. He was very skilled in his ability to establish mood. Most or all of Poe’s work had death in it some way like in: “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Raven,” and “Annabel Lee.” But sadly, Poe didn’t become famous, like he is now, in his lifetime. That was one reason why Poe is still famous today. Others may say that Poe is famous due to his life. Poe’s life was very tragic; for instance, his
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