Poe's Short Stories

Ligeia by edgar allan poe

What kind of woman is Ligeia? In what ways does she resemble a Muse? you may choose to define the term muse in your answer.

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The narrator fixates on Ligeia. He muses about her knowledge, unique beauty, and her love of languages. Although he obsesses about these traits, he remains disattached to Ligeia herself. He objectifies Legeia more than loves her. 

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