Question

What impact did edgar allan poe have on american literature?

Answer 1

Answer:

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.

Answer 2

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