FAQ About Edgar Allan Poe
What is "The Raven" about?
"The Raven" is a narrative poem by Edgar Allan Poe that tells the story of a man mourning the loss of his love, Lenore. As he mourns, he is visited by a mysterious raven that enters his chamber and perches above his door. The raven repeatedly utters the word "Nevermore," which exacerbates the man's despair and descent into madness. The poem explores themes of grief, loss, and the supernatural.
