Ligeia

Interesting Facts

• «Ligeia» is considered one of Edgar Allan Poe's most enigmatic and mystical works, where the author explores themes of love, death, and immortality.
• The story features Poe's characteristic atmosphere of gothic horror, created through the description of dark interiors and mysterious events.
• The main character, Ligeia, is described as a woman of extraordinary beauty and intellect, making her image unforgettable and symbolic.
• The story begins with the unnamed narrator's recollections of his first wife, Ligeia, who, despite her death, continues to influence his life.
• One of the key themes of the work is the idea that willpower and desire can overcome even death, reflected in the story's final scene.