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: Founded in 1817, it was originally a conservative rival to the Edinburgh Review .

: Poe uses this character to mock the "highbrow" literature of his time, which often used overly complex vocabulary, obscure foreign quotes, and dramatic, near-death narratives to intrigue readers. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine BlackWood

The magazine Poe satirized was a real and highly influential publication. : Founded in 1817, it was originally a

Published in 1838, this story is a biting satire of the sensationalist writing popular in the 19th century. : Founded in 1817