Who is the endboss of English(language) literature. I was discussing it with a mate and we concluded it is either Shakespear, or Poe. He is rooting for Shakespear, I think Poe is the better writer.

Both epic as can be,

Merchant of Venice, Shylock speech http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=hfA_mKHT1_I
The Raven, http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cLSmhpwLdEQ

Take your pick or pick your own