1839 - First Edition of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Fall of the House of Usher" & more
Edgar Allan Poe probably needs no introduction. A master of the macabre, Poe's tales delve into the darkest corners of the human psyche, exploring themes of death, decay, and the supernatural. Poe's fascination with the occult and esoteric is evident in works like "The Raven," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Tell-Tale Heart." His stories often blur the lines between sanity and madness, inviting readers to question the nature of reality itself.
This volume is a first edition containing seven stories and poems that first appeared in these issues of Burton’s Gentleman’s Magazine. Most notably, perhaps, is the first appearance of “The Fall of the House of Usher.” "The Fall of the House of Usher" is a quintessential gothic tale filled with dread and psychological torment. Perfect for those fascinated by the occult and esoteric, the story explores themes of duality, interconnectedness, and the shadowy realms of the human mind.
Seven stories and poems by Poe, first appeared in these issues of Burton's Gentleman's Magazine and 2 more are reprinted for the first time. They are:
"The Conversation of Eiros and Chairman"
"The Fall of the House of Usher" (September 1839)
"The Journal of Julius Rodman" (one chapter per issue; January–June 1840)
"The Man That Was Used Up" (August 1839)
"Peter Pendulum" aka "The Business Man" (February 1840)
"The Philosophy of Furniture" (May 1840)
"To——" (a variation of "Lines Written in an Album", 1835) (August 1839)
"To Ianthe in Heaven" (July 1839)
"William Wilson" (1st appeared in "The Gift [...] for 1840, September 1839 reprinted here October 1839)
1839. Burton’s Gentleman’s Magazine. Philadelphia: William E. Burton. First Edition. [4] 174, 334, iv, 294, [4]. Hardcover. An annual volume (12 months, starting in July 1839 and ending June 1840). Engraved frontispiece with interesting illustrations throughout. Contemporary 3/4 calf and marbled boards, binding worn, sporadic foxing throughout, but, otherwise, clean internally. Very good.
Edgar Allan Poe probably needs no introduction. A master of the macabre, Poe's tales delve into the darkest corners of the human psyche, exploring themes of death, decay, and the supernatural. Poe's fascination with the occult and esoteric is evident in works like "The Raven," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Tell-Tale Heart." His stories often blur the lines between sanity and madness, inviting readers to question the nature of reality itself.
This volume is a first edition containing seven stories and poems that first appeared in these issues of Burton’s Gentleman’s Magazine. Most notably, perhaps, is the first appearance of “The Fall of the House of Usher.” "The Fall of the House of Usher" is a quintessential gothic tale filled with dread and psychological torment. Perfect for those fascinated by the occult and esoteric, the story explores themes of duality, interconnectedness, and the shadowy realms of the human mind.
Seven stories and poems by Poe, first appeared in these issues of Burton's Gentleman's Magazine and 2 more are reprinted for the first time. They are:
"The Conversation of Eiros and Chairman"
"The Fall of the House of Usher" (September 1839)
"The Journal of Julius Rodman" (one chapter per issue; January–June 1840)
"The Man That Was Used Up" (August 1839)
"Peter Pendulum" aka "The Business Man" (February 1840)
"The Philosophy of Furniture" (May 1840)
"To——" (a variation of "Lines Written in an Album", 1835) (August 1839)
"To Ianthe in Heaven" (July 1839)
"William Wilson" (1st appeared in "The Gift [...] for 1840, September 1839 reprinted here October 1839)
1839. Burton’s Gentleman’s Magazine. Philadelphia: William E. Burton. First Edition. [4] 174, 334, iv, 294, [4]. Hardcover. An annual volume (12 months, starting in July 1839 and ending June 1840). Engraved frontispiece with interesting illustrations throughout. Contemporary 3/4 calf and marbled boards, binding worn, sporadic foxing throughout, but, otherwise, clean internally. Very good.
Edgar Allan Poe probably needs no introduction. A master of the macabre, Poe's tales delve into the darkest corners of the human psyche, exploring themes of death, decay, and the supernatural. Poe's fascination with the occult and esoteric is evident in works like "The Raven," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Tell-Tale Heart." His stories often blur the lines between sanity and madness, inviting readers to question the nature of reality itself.
This volume is a first edition containing seven stories and poems that first appeared in these issues of Burton’s Gentleman’s Magazine. Most notably, perhaps, is the first appearance of “The Fall of the House of Usher.” "The Fall of the House of Usher" is a quintessential gothic tale filled with dread and psychological torment. Perfect for those fascinated by the occult and esoteric, the story explores themes of duality, interconnectedness, and the shadowy realms of the human mind.
Seven stories and poems by Poe, first appeared in these issues of Burton's Gentleman's Magazine and 2 more are reprinted for the first time. They are:
"The Conversation of Eiros and Chairman"
"The Fall of the House of Usher" (September 1839)
"The Journal of Julius Rodman" (one chapter per issue; January–June 1840)
"The Man That Was Used Up" (August 1839)
"Peter Pendulum" aka "The Business Man" (February 1840)
"The Philosophy of Furniture" (May 1840)
"To——" (a variation of "Lines Written in an Album", 1835) (August 1839)
"To Ianthe in Heaven" (July 1839)
"William Wilson" (1st appeared in "The Gift [...] for 1840, September 1839 reprinted here October 1839)
1839. Burton’s Gentleman’s Magazine. Philadelphia: William E. Burton. First Edition. [4] 174, 334, iv, 294, [4]. Hardcover. An annual volume (12 months, starting in July 1839 and ending June 1840). Engraved frontispiece with interesting illustrations throughout. Contemporary 3/4 calf and marbled boards, binding worn, sporadic foxing throughout, but, otherwise, clean internally. Very good.