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12 Creepy Tales vs 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram

Which should you read? A side-by-side comparison of 12 Creepy Tales by Edgar Allan Poe and 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram by Oliverio Girondo.

At a glance

12 Creepy Tales 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram
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Author Edgar Allan Poe Oliverio Girondo
Category Horror & Supernatural Poetry
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Choose 12 Creepy Tales if…

  • You're interested in horror & supernatural.
  • You want the higher-rated book (/5).

Choose 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram if…

  • You're interested in poetry.

Key takeaways — 12 Creepy Tales

  • Experience the unsettling atmosphere of The Black Cat and The Masque of the Red Death.
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  • Enjoy this FREE audiobook narrated by passionate volunteers, available online.
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The verdict

If you want the higher-rated, shorter read, start with 12 Creepy Tales. If you specifically need poetry, 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram is the better fit. Both summaries are free — no signup required.

❓ FAQ

Is 12 Creepy Tales or 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram better? +

12 Creepy Tales has the higher reader rating (null/5 vs null/5), but "better" depends on your goal. 12 Creepy Tales focuses on horror & supernatural, while 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram focuses on poetry. See the verdict below.

Which is shorter, 12 Creepy Tales or 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram? +

Page counts are not available for both books, but both can be summarised from the key takeaways on this page in under 10 minutes.

Should I read 12 Creepy Tales or 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram first? +

If you want the quicker, higher-rated read, start with 12 Creepy Tales. Otherwise read whichever matches your current goal — both summaries are free on BookAudio.