Classic Tales of Horror

Not for those of a nervous disposition, this chilling collection contains some of Edgar Allan Poe's best known stories, including The Fall, of the House of Usher and The Masque of the Red Death.Themes of guilt, fear and revenge abound as the master of gothic horror transports readers into 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. (From the publisher)