The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe

The Raven

Edgar Allan Poe

30 pages first pub 1845 (editions)

fiction classics horror poetry dark mysterious fast-paced

Description

"The Raven" is a narrative poem by American writer Edgar Allan Poe. First published in January 1845, the poem is often noted for its musicality, stylized language, and supernatural atmosphere. It tells of a talking raven's mysterious visit to a di...

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Moods

dark 88%
mysterious 57%
tense 36%
sad 34%
emotional 30%
reflective 26%
challenging 8%
inspiring 5%
adventurous 1%
funny 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 57%
medium 28%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 67% | A mix: 11% | Plot: 11% | N/A: 9%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | N/A: 24% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 29% | N/A: 29% | No: 28% | Yes: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 65% | N/A: 22% | Yes: 7% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 53% | N/A: 22% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 10%

Average rating

4.16

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