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Edgar Allan Poe Collection 31 Episodes
The Edgar Allan Poe Collection is a curated selection of old-time radio dramatizations based on the haunting, psychologically rich works of Edgar Allan Poe, the master of American gothic fiction. Known for his tales of madness, revenge, premature burial, and the supernatural, Poe’s stories were a natural fit for the audio medium. This collection includes adaptations of his most famous works as well as lesser-known gems, all brought to life through moody narration, eerie sound effects, and dramatic performances that highlight the depth of Poe’s imagination and the darkness of his themes.
These radio adaptations honored Poe’s legacy while offering listeners an unforgettable journey into the macabre.
The Source
This collection features episodes from several renowned anthology series that adapted Poe’s works, including:
– Suspense
– Escape
– Mystery in the Air
– CBS Radio Mystery Theater
– The Weird Circle
– Lights Out
Stories featured include iconic titles such as “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Cask of Amontillado,” “The Fall of the House of Usher,” “The Pit and the Pendulum,” and “The Black Cat.” Each production captured the dread, obsession, and poetic beauty that defined Poe’s literary style.
Key Dates
• Poe adaptations appeared throughout the 1930s to the 1970s, with some of the most famous broadcasts airing in the 1940s during the height of radio horror.
• Notable adaptations include Boris Karloff’s chilling performances in Mystery in the Air (1947) and Vincent Price’s portrayals in later productions.
• CBS Radio Mystery Theater revisited Poe’s work in the 1970s and 1980s, introducing his stories to a new generation of listeners.
Other Information
These dramatizations remained largely faithful to Poe’s texts, often preserving his original language and framing the stories through internal monologues or first-person narrators — techniques that translated powerfully to radio. The use of minimalist sound design, echoing voices, and sudden silences enhanced the psychological horror central to Poe’s writing.
The adaptations varied in tone, with some leaning heavily into horror and others emphasizing melancholy and tragedy. Across all, the themes of guilt, madness, death, and the supernatural remained dominant, capturing Poe’s enduring fascination with the darker corners of the human mind.
The Edgar Allan Poe Collection serves not only as a tribute to one of literature’s greatest horror writers but also as a showcase of radio drama at its most literary and atmospheric. It stands among the finest examples of how classic fiction can be transformed into powerful audio storytelling.
Today, the Edgar Allan Poe Collection is celebrated by OTR fans and literary enthusiasts alike as a definitive blend of gothic literature and classic broadcast artistry.
This collection comes preloaded on a USB stick, allowing you to easily transfer all episodes to the device of your choice. Enjoy seamless playback a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience.
Suggested Retail Price: $14.99
Mice Price: $11.59
Length: 15
Width: 31
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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