Question

What impact did edgar allan poe have on american literature?

Answer 1

Poe is considered the father of detective stories, being the first to write stories about murder, and other gore-y subjects.

Answer 2

Poe, as a writer, poet, editor and a critical writer influenced not only American literature, but he also had an impact on international literature. He was one of the first writers to develop the genre of both detective fiction and horror.