*Itinéraire initiatique d’Edgar Poe* is a French-language critical study that approaches Edgar Allan Poe through themes of initiation, symbolism, and esoteric interpretation. Rather than treating Poe only as a writer of macabre tales, the work situates him within a broader spiritual and literary framework, examining how occult, mystical, and initiatory ideas may inform his writings and reputation. Odile Joguin’s study is intended for readers interested in Poe’s literary legacy, nineteenth-century American literature, and the intersections between criticism and esoteric thought. With 386 pages, it offers a substantial scholarly perspective on Poe’s work and the interpretive traditions that have shaped his image since his death.