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Poe: Stories and Poems -- A Graphic Novel Adaptation
Poe: Stories and Poems -- A Graphic Novel Adaptation
Reviewed by: Kristin Taylor - Biddeford High School, Biddeford, Southern Maine Library District
Review Date: January 7, 2018
Review
Gareth Hinds has added another to his classic graphic novel adaptations. Choosing seven of Poe's creepiest and most compelling works, Hinds has added gothic representations to each that fulfill the imagination's read -- the solitary raven, the swinging of the pendulum and bells that will never seem to be the same.
Title page includes a key to the main themes and year of publication with the endnotes contain a brief biography of Edgar Allen Poe and the author's background notes on the works chosen and the reasons behind the choice. Can be easily worked into units of study on Poe and other great literature. Also, a good way to introduce Poe's works to those who are unfamiliar with them. Recommended for grades 7-9.
Overall Book Score: excellent
About the Book
Author:
Hinds, Gareth
Illustrator: ,
Illustration Quality: excellent
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Book Type: picture book fiction
Genre: horror,fiction in verse / poetry,graphic novel
Audience: grades 7-9,grades 10-12
Binding Type: trade edition
Binding Quality: very good
ISBN: 9780763681128
Price: 22.00