The Raven (by Edgar Allan Poe)

"The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe is a narrative poem depicting a grieving man mourning his lost love, Lenore. The poem’s narrator is overwhelmed by sadness and seeks solace from a mysterious, talking raven that visits his chamber. The raven repeatedly repeats the word "Nevermore," symbolizing the man's despair and the permanence of death. The poem explores themes of grief, loss, and the human desire for understanding beyond life’s sorrow, emphasizing how denial and despair can consume someone when faced with insurmountable grief.