Publisher's Synopsis
The Book of the Poe Centenary is a comprehensive account of the events that took place at the University of Virginia in January 1909, in honor of the one hundredth birthday of the renowned American writer Edgar Allan Poe. Written by Charles W. Kent, the book serves as a record of the exercises and activities that were held over the course of four days to commemorate the life and works of Poe. The book includes speeches, lectures, and presentations by various scholars, writers, and other notable figures, as well as descriptions of exhibitions, musical performances, and other events that took place during the centenary celebration. The Book of the Poe Centenary is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and legacy of Edgar Allan Poe, as well as the history of literary and cultural celebrations in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
