Classic Tales of Horror

Edgar Allen Poe is regarded as one of the greatest American writers and a pioneer of the horror genre. This collection brings together some of his most celebrated tales, including 'The Fall of the House of Usher', 'The Masque of the Red Death' and 'The Pit and the Pendulum'. Themes of guilt, fear and revenge abound as the master of gothic horror transports readers to mysterious worlds, carries them on dangerous sea voyages, and investigates gruesome murders in tales such as 'The Black Cat', 'The Pit and the Pendulum' and 'The Cask of Amontillado'. Exploring the hidden depths of the human mind, these are tales full of thrills and intrigue. This elegant pocket-sized gift edition contains the , presented with a , and Part of the series, this edition makes wonderful gift for any lovers of classic fiction. Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautifully bound editions of iconic literary works across history. These compact, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and make the perfect gift.