Compare and contrast the Dark Romanticism of Poe with the Transcendentalism of Ralph Waldo Emerson. How is Poe complicating Emersons very idealistic portrait of human nature, of the human mind, of human passions, and so forth? Why is he doing so, in your opinion? How can they both be considered Romantics when they offer such contrasting views of humanity? Be sure to use ample evidence from both authors writings. Be sure to quote frequently from your chosen texts.
