"The Raven", by Edgar Allan Poe is one of the most known short stories of Poe. It is known for its dramatic qualities, and its unique story. In this short story there is a man sitting in his house and he keeps hearing knocking noises and thinks it is the wind. Eventually he figures out that there is a bird tapping outside. He starts talking to the bird and surprisingly he talks back, although he only says 'nevermore'. He keeps talking to the bird, and all he has to say is the same word; nevermore. Finally he gets aggravated and says the bird is from the devil.
This was a nice story to read, and a good change up from the usual packets. Short stories are great because they are short and sweet. In this poem the main character is dwelling over an old lover named Lenore who has gone. He talks to the bird about it but the bird simply brings him down by saying nevermore. In conclusion I liked this short story because it was short, and to the point.
Question: Why does he choose the bird to be a raven?
Uncharacteristically rushed and thin analysis, Jordan. First of all: it's a poem. Second of all, your analysis focuses primarily on it being 'more fun' than other things; this isn't good enough!
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