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I need scarcely observe that a poem deserves its title only inasmuch as it excites, by elevating the soul. The value of the poem is in the ratio of this elevating excitement.

~Edgar Allan Poe

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The rudiment of verse may, possibly, be found in the spondee.

~Edgar Allan Poe

Topics: Found May Possibly Verse

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Biography

Nationality: American

Type: Poet

Born: January 19th, 1809

Died: October 7th, 1849

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