The Fall of the House of Usher
“The Fall of the House of Usher” is a Gothic short story by American writer Edgar Allan Poe. The tale centers on the last surviving members of the Usher family, Roderick Usher and his twin sister Madeline, and the eerie events that unfold in their decaying mansion.
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“The Fall of the House of Usher” is a quintessential piece of Gothic literature, narrated in the first person. The narrator visits Roderick Usher after receiving a desperate letter. Upon arrival, he finds Roderick in a state of heightened neurosis due to a family curse, while Madeline is seemingly on the verge of death. After Madeline is prematurely entombed, strange and supernatural occurrences begin to plague the house, culminating in its ultimate destruction. Known for its psychological depth and haunting atmosphere, the story explores themes of madness, mortality, and the supernatural.