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DORE: THE RAVEN, 1882. Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary
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DORE: THE RAVEN, 1882. Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary
DOR: THE RAVEN, 1882.
Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore. Engraving by Gustave Dor, 1882, for an 1884 edition of The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe
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1882 1884 Allan Dark Death Dore Edgar Ghost Gustave Lamp Literature Midnight Night Poem Poetry Raven Reading Study Symbolism
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This print, titled "Dore: The Raven, 1882" transports us into the haunting world of Edgar Allan Poe's iconic poem. Created by Gustave Dor in 1882 for an edition of "The Raven" published in 1884, this engraving beautifully captures the essence of Poe's dark and mysterious tale. In this mesmerizing scene, we find ourselves immersed in a dimly lit study late at night. A solitary man sits hunched over his desk, surrounded by stacks of forgotten books filled with ancient knowledge. The soft glow from a flickering lamp casts eerie shadows on the walls as he delves deeper into his thoughts. As we gaze upon this image, we can almost feel the weight of weariness that plagues the man's soul. His face reflects deep contemplation and exhaustion while his eyes are fixed on something unseen beyond our view. The raven itself is absent from this illustration; instead, it exists as a symbol lurking within our imagination. Its presence is felt through the ghostly atmosphere that permeates every corner of this room—a reminder of impending doom and mortality. "Dore: The Raven" serves as a visual representation of Poe's mastery in crafting tales that explore themes such as death, darkness, and human frailty. It invites us to step into his macabre world where poetry intertwines with symbolism to create an unforgettable experience for those who dare to venture further into its depths.
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