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"The Works of Edgar Allan Poe, Volume 1" is a collection of short stories, poems, and essays by Edgar Allan Poe. The book includes some of Poe's most famous works, such as "The Fall of the House of Usher," "The Tell-Tale Heart," and "The Raven.""The Fall of the House of Usher" is a Gothic tale about a man who visits his childhood friend in his decaying ancestral home. As the story unfolds, the man discovers that his friend and his sister are both suffering from a mysterious illness that seems to be linked to the family's history and the crumbling mansion they inhabit."The Tell-Tale Heart" is a psychological thriller about a murderer who becomes increasingly haunted by the sound of his victim's beating heart. The story is told from the perspective of the killer, adding to its eerie and unsettling atmosphere."The Raven" is a poem that tells the story of a man who is visited by a raven that speaks only one word: "Nevermore." The poem is known for its haunting rhythm and imagery, and it has become one of Poe's most famous works.Other stories and poems in the collection include "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," "The Black Cat," and "The Cask of Amontillado." The book also includes several essays and literary critiques by Poe, making it a comprehensive collection of his work.