Author:Edgar Allan Poe
Part of a new six-volume series of the best in classic horror, selected by award-winning director Guillermo del Toro
The Raven: Tales and Poems is a landmark new anthology of Poe's work, which defied convention, shocked readers, and confounded critics. This selection of Poe's writings demonstrates the astonishing power and imagination with which he probed the darkest corners of the human mind. 'The Fall of the House of Usher' describes the final hours of a family tormented by tragedy and the legacy of the past. In 'The Tell Tale Heart,' a murderer's insane delusions threaten to betray him, while stories such as 'The Pit and the Pendulum' and 'The Cask of Amontillado' explore extreme states of decadence, fear and hate. The title narrative poem, maybe Poe's most famous work, follows a man's terrifying descent into madness after the loss of a lover.
Edgar Allan Poe (1809 - 49), was born in Boston, USA. He was a short-story writer, editor and literary critic, and is considered part of the American Romantic Movement. Best known for his tales of mystery and the macabre, Poe was one of the earliest American practitioners of the short story and is considered the inventor the detective-fiction genre.
A jolly collection of wit and one-liners from one of our best-loved humorists
—— Daily ExpressThis anthology is a feast of humour
—— The OldieThe finest and funniest writer the past century ever knew
—— Stephen FrySublime comic genius
—— Ben EltonThe funniest writer ever to put words to paper
—— Hugh LaurieP.G. Wodehouse wrote the best English comic novels of the century
—— Sebastian FaulksWitty and effortlessly fluid. His books are laugh-out-loud funny
—— Arabella WeirThe Wodehouse wit should be registered at Police HQ as a chemical weapon
—— Kathy LetteThe greatest comic writer ever
—— Douglas AdamsWhen it comes to humour, there is only one writer who can slay you with a mere flip of the pen. This, of course, is P.G. Wodehouse
—— GuardianSuperlative.
—— Jessie Burton, 'Best Books of 2016' , ObserverCould not be more timely.
—— Louise Daughty, 'Best Books of 2016' , ObserverThe Good Immigrant is that rarest of beasts, a truly necessary book.
—— Jonathan Coe, 'Best Books of 2016' , ObserverI was deeply affected by The Good Immigrant, a vital and often bitingly funny series of personal essays
—— James Graham, 'Best Books of 2016' , ObserverShould become required reading for a new UK citizenship test – one to be taken by everyone who was born here, that is.
—— Books of the Year , Times Higher EducationA fascinating read
—— BBC BreakfastI was expecting something serious, even upsetting. The Good Immigrant is both at times, but the 21 essays are also engrossing, human and hilarious.
—— Best Books for Christmas , iSticks two fingers up at a discriminatory publishing industry.
—— New StatesmanThe essays, in turns witty, uncomfortable and inspiring, would make for great reading at any time, but were especially welcome this year.
—— Books of the Year , The PoolExistentially challenging to the status quo. It could not be more timely.
—— Readers' Books of 2016 , GuardianWhat a phenomenal book: timely, poignant and insightful. It deserves to be read as widely as possible.
—— Malorie BlackmanWarm, funny and often moving. A delight.
—— Shappi KhorsandiQuite simply a wonderful antidote to the tired cliches.
—— Fatima Manji, Channel 4 NewsA bold, beautiful and urgent book that should be read widely in these politically and racially charged times. It opened my eyes so much, and, in my opinion, is the most exciting publication of 2016.
—— Holly Muller , Big IssueI am stupidly grateful for this book. It opened my eyes to my own experience and gave me words for feelings I had known but never acknowledged. I carry it with me whenever I travel, to remind me that the world is good. Buy this book, carry it with you everywhere, give it to everyone you know. We need it now more than ever.
—— Emmy the GreatHere are a bunch of brave writers actually doing something about representation … an important book.
—— Sathnam SangheraIncisive, funny, searingly honest … it contains work that should be read by all.
—— DJ NihalBrilliant, unclichéd, unique. A book of our time, which everyone must read.
—— Shazia MirzaI want everyone to read this book. I found myself nodding along, feeling the pain, hilarity and anger.
—— Anita RaniThe Good Immigrant's strength not only comes in its numbers, but through the uniqueness of each essay inside, ranging from Coco Khan’s look at sexuality and fetishisation, through to Riz MC’s retelling of his typical treatment in airport security.
—— ComplexA stunning collection of original voices, challenging how we see race and difference.
—— Mishal HusainI knew I'd be interested in this book. I didn't realise I'd be so moved. At a time when British identity is being claimed as the exclusive preserve of people who wish immigration had stopped with Hengist and Horsa, it does the heart good to be reminded of how many of us there are, and how deeply woven we are into the fabric of our country. It's a book that will make a lot of young Britons feel more powerful and less alone. Each essay is like another new friend standing up and saying to the reader, 'I see you.'
—— Hari Kunzru