In The Poe Circle

In The Poe Circle: With Some Account Of The Poe-Chivers Controversy And Other Poe Memorabilia by Joel Benton is a book that explores the life and works of American writer Edgar Allan Poe. The book also delves into the controversy surrounding Poe's relationship with fellow writer Thomas Holley Chivers. The author provides a detailed account of Poe's life and the literary circles he was a part of. Benton also includes information about Poe's friends and acquaintances, including his relationship with his wife Virginia Clemm. The book discusses the Poe-Chivers controversy, which arose from Chivers' claims that he was the true author of some of Poe's works. Benton provides his own analysis of the controversy and presents evidence to support his conclusions. In addition to the controversy, Benton includes other Poe memorabilia, such as letters, poems, and photographs. The book provides a comprehensive look at Poe's life and legacy, making it a must-read for fans of the author and anyone interested in American literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.