Edgar Allen Poe (1809-1849) and Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961) were both controversial and intriguing writers of their times. People in their time were hesitant about their works. For the most part, their works were considered “out there” by the majority. Their non-Christian beliefs were not only reflected in their lives, but also in their works. Poe’s life could be considered extremely tragic. When he was one year old, his father left his family. About one …showed first 75 words of 468 total…

…showed last 75 words of 468 total…transcendental optimist. His effect on American people was to raise their consciousness of the American public in literature. His stories were not just intriguing, but also entertaining. Hemingway’s works were controversial. He focused on developing theme. He used short sentences, which allowed him to have a range in audience. Poe and Hemingway are great writers in our American history. Their writings are entertaining, but one must not rely on the beliefs in these works.