"The Southern Literary Messenger" was a prominent literary magazine founded in 1834 in Richmond, Virginia. It played a crucial role in the development of Southern literature and provided a platform for writers to share their work. The magazine featured essays, poetry, and reviews, showcasing both established and emerging authors. The publication was closely associated with notable figures such as Edgar Allan Poe, who contributed several works and served as its editor for a time. "The Southern Literary Messenger" helped shape the literary landscape of the American South and continued to influence writers until its final issue in 1864.