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Edgar Allan Poe's classic tales of horror are presented here in a striking jacketed hardback edition with new full-color illustrations by artist Gaby Verdooren.

More than 175 years after his death the stories of Edgar Allan Poe continue to intrigue and entrance. Master of the fantastic and the macabre, Poe takes readers on a journey beyond the limits of the imagination to realms where anything is possible.

From the gothic horror of the classic short story "The Tell-Tale Heart," to the enticing murder mystery, "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," and other works such as "Ligaeia," "The Mystery of Marie Rogêt," and "Hop-Frog," this fascinating collection showcases Poe's lyrical writing and masterful plotting.

This jacketed hardback edition features 20 newly commissioned full-color illustrations by Gaby Verdooren. Whether you're approaching Edgar Allan Poe's tales for the first time, or want to experience them afresh with new illustrations, this collectible edition is perfect for any lover of classic literature.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Illustrated Classics series brings together handsome hardcover editions of classic works, beautifully presented with full-color, specially-commissioned illustrations, patterned endpapers and dust jackets.