1. Edgar Allan Poe and Psychological Terror
Two of his literary works, "The Pit and the Pendulum" and "The Tell-Tale Heart", are perfectly evident of Poe's style. ... "The Pit and the Pendulum" and "The Tell-Tale Heart" are two short stories written by Edgar Allan Poe. ... "The Tell-Tale Heart" is one of Poe's many short stories where the protagonist experiences madness, suspense and a form of torture. ... For seven nights the protagonist stalks the old man in "The Tell-Tale Heart". ... The eighth night of stalking arrives and the protagonist kills the old man in "The Tell-Tale Heart". ...
- Word Count: 2349
- Approx Pages: 9
- Grade Level: High School