Written only shortly before his death, 'Eureka' is considered by many to be Poe's masterpiece and the key to unlocking his entire writings. Its significance, in both literary and scientific worlds, cannot be underestimated.
Written only shortly before his death, 'Eureka' is considered by many to be Poe's masterpiece and the key to unlocking his entire writings. Its significance, in both literary and scientific worlds, cannot be underestimated.
Turning his immense intellect and remarkable artistic flair to the most challenging concepts of all - that of the creation of the world, its continued existence and its ultimate end - Poe has created a truly extraordinary work. In his strange blend of poetry and scientific treaty, fact and frenzied speculation, he displays amazing prescience and foresight, anticipating some of the key scientific discoveries of the twentieth century.
'Eureka is a fascinating work. Read this essay carefully; there is much more to it than meets the eye' - Sir Patrick Moore 'this profound text will fascinate anyone who gets their hands on it.' - The Independent
An extremely versatile writer best known for his tales of terror and the macabre, Edgar Allan Poe holds a remarkable place in the history of American literature. Sir Patrick Moore is the man who has done more than any other to raise the profile of astronomy among the British general public.
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