The Haunting Genius of Edgar Allan Poe

Thu Oct 30 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm UTC-05:00

309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States, Illinois 60115 | Dekalb

DeKalb Public Library
Publisher/HostDeKalb Public Library
The Haunting Genius of Edgar Allan Poe
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Edgar Allan Poe is regarded as one of the greatest writers in the history of 19th century American literature. His stories combine themes from Romanticism and Gothic fiction and has captivated readers since their initial publication.
During this program, we will look back at the life and work of one of the greatest writers in literary history. Participants will get the chance to experience selections from both his poetry and his short stories. This program will also include a video reading of some of his work by Vincent Price.
This program is free and intended for teens and adults. No registration is required.
For additional information, please contact Tom at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150 or [email protected].
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