... by even a faint light (532)". Disfavor of sunlight is a typical vampire trait, as is the extreme sensitivity of the eye to any light source. This apparent vampire trait may also serve as an explanation as to why Roderick has by his own admission, not left the house for many years and why "to ... line of decent (530)." Since he and Madeline are the only Ushers left, and as they are identical to the minutest detail, one can assume she suffers the same affliction. Roderick has summoned the narrator to comfort him because of the "approaching dissolution (532)" of his sister. However, Roderi...

• Word Count: 1291
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: Undergraduate