The light of the moon seems to search for the bottom of a huge whirlpool. Poe describes with terrifying precision the descent into the abyss.

An Edgar Allan Poe classic: The Paris chief of police knows the thief, but he is still in a dither: his explanation keeps the reader enthralled.

Six gripping legends with multicultural significance, from ancient to modern times.

Includes "The Purloined Letter," "A Descent into the Maelstrom" and "The System of Dr. Tarr and Prof. Fether"

Dario is the undisputed "modernist" poet. His work is taught in Latin American schools and in U.S. colleges.

Jose Marti is the hero of all Cubans without exception. One of his poems became the popular song "Guantanamera".

Martí and Darío are among the most admired Latin American authors. Martí is the apostle of Cuban independence.