THE LEADERSHIP OF POE
Even after death, Poe remains one of the most prominent literary figures of all times due to his unique, genius stories and poetry. He is regarded as the architect of the modern short story and creator of the detective story. His leadership in the 19th Century literature movement and his impressive control over his language and style sets Poe apart from other authors of his time. With French Symbolists as his influence, Poe changed the course of literature into one of modern technique and message.
Poe's ability to delve into the darker side of the human mind inspired many authors of his time to explore more perspectives on life and gave artists and illustrators a muse to express their ideas through art. It is said that Poe was a pioneer and inventor of the type of literature he wrote and he has left his mark on the world of literature.
Even after death, Poe remains one of the most prominent literary figures of all times due to his unique, genius stories and poetry. He is regarded as the architect of the modern short story and creator of the detective story. His leadership in the 19th Century literature movement and his impressive control over his language and style sets Poe apart from other authors of his time. With French Symbolists as his influence, Poe changed the course of literature into one of modern technique and message.
Poe's ability to delve into the darker side of the human mind inspired many authors of his time to explore more perspectives on life and gave artists and illustrators a muse to express their ideas through art. It is said that Poe was a pioneer and inventor of the type of literature he wrote and he has left his mark on the world of literature.
THE LEGACY OF POE
The influence of Poe can be seen through many aspects of everyday life. From art to athletics, the legacy of Poe lives on even though his time on Earth is long gone. Influence of Poe can be seen through:
- The creation of the detective story
- THE EDGAR AWARD for exemplary work in the mystery genre
- The Alan Parsons Project The Raven
- The Simpsons Reenactment of The Raven
- The Mascot of the Baltimore Football Team, The Ravens
- The idea that literary criticism functions as aesthetic evaluation
- The Pierpoint Morgan Library Poe exhibit commemorating his death
Poe has also applied himself to the worlds of:
- graphology
- ciphers
- cryptograms
- puzzles
- labyrinths
Poe's literary works continue to frighten and amaze readers years after his death. His work has caused a change of philosophical and artistic expression in the world of literature as well as inspired new works of art and stories. It takes a special kind of author to create as large of a mark as Poe has and his ability to spread his influence over areas other than literature makes him on of the most important authors of all time.
