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Summary
A narrative lyric in which a grieving student is visited by a raven that can say only one word, driving him toward despair.
Literary Tradition
American Gothic
Major Themes
- —Loss
- —Memory
- —The supernatural
- —Obsession
Historical Importance
One of the most famous American poems of the 19th century, admired for its sound and structure.
Discussion Questions
- —How does repetition build the poem's pressure?
- —Is the raven supernatural, psychological, or both?
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