“Yet I am not more sure that my soul lives, than I am that perverseness is one of the primitive impulses of the human heart - one of the indivisible primary faculties, or sentiments, which give direction to the character of Man. Who has not, a hundred times, found himself committing a vile or a silly action, for no other reason than because he knows he should not? Have we not a perpetual inclination, in the teeth of our best judgment, to violate that which is Law, merely because we understand it to be such?”
Quote by Edgar Allan Poe
Work
The Collected Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe
This volume includes a selection of Poe's most famous works, such as 'The Tell-Tale Heart,' 'The Raven,' and 'The Fall of the House of Usher,' showcasing his unique style and contributions to the genres of horror and mystery. more
Author
Edgar Allan Poe
American author, poet, editor, and literary critic. Known for his short stories and poetry, particularly his works of horror and mystery. His most famous works include 'The Black Cat', 'The Raven', and 'Annabel Lee'. more
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