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  • The Oblong Box
    2024/11/18

    "The Oblong Box" is a gripping short story by Edgar Allan Poe that masterfully blends elements of mystery and horror. Set against the backdrop of a voyage from Charleston, South Carolina, to New York, the narrative follows the intriguing and secretive behavior of a passenger named Cornelius Wyatt. Wyatt, an artist of growing renown, brings aboard three boxes, one of which is an oddly shaped, oblong box that immediately becomes the subject of speculation among the ship's passengers. As the journey progresses, the mystery of the oblong box deepens, with strange noises and Wyatt's increasingly erratic behavior fueling the curiosity and unease of those around him. Poe skillfully builds suspense, leading to a climactic revelation that challenges the boundaries between love, obsession, and the lengths to which one might go to preserve a cherished connection. "The Oblong Box" is a testament to Poe's ability to explore the darker facets of human nature and the complexities of the human psyche.



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    32 分
  • The Tell-Tale Heart
    2024/11/11

    "The Tell-Tale Heart" is a gripping short story by Edgar Allan Poe that delves into the mind of an unnamed narrator, driven to madness by his own guilt and paranoia. This masterpiece of psychological horror unfolds as the narrator insists on his sanity while recounting the meticulous execution of his elderly roommate, whom he claims to love, but whose vulture-like eye he cannot stand. The story is a chilling exploration of the narrator's descent into madness, highlighted by his obsession with the old man's eye and the haunting sound of a beating heart that ultimately leads to his confession of the gruesome crime. Poe masterfully crafts a tale that questions the boundaries of sanity and the power of guilt, leaving readers to ponder the dark corners of the human psyche and the consequences of unchecked obsession.



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    16 分
  • The Black Cat
    2024/11/04

    "The Black Cat" by Edgar Allan Poe is a chilling tale of psychological horror that delves into the depths of human guilt, madness, and the supernatural. The story follows the narrator, whose descent into alcoholism and violence leads to the brutal mistreatment of his pets and, most horrifyingly, his once-beloved black cat, Pluto. After a heinous act of cruelty, the narrator finds himself haunted by a new black cat, eerily similar to Pluto, whose presence becomes a constant reminder of his guilt and propels him further into a spiral of paranoia and despair. This macabre narrative explores themes of retribution, the duality of human nature, and the inescapable consequences of one's actions, all while showcasing Poe's masterful use of suspense and Gothic elements to craft a story that remains profoundly disturbing and captivating to this day.



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    28 分
  • The Man of the Crowd
    2024/10/28

    "The Man of the Crowd" is a captivating short story by Edgar Allan Poe that delves into the themes of curiosity, solitude, and the complexity of human nature. Set against the backdrop of a bustling city, the narrative follows the unnamed narrator's obsessive pursuit of a mysterious old man who seems to embody the essence of the crowd. Through the streets, cafes, and the dark corners of the city, the narrator attempts to unravel the enigma of this man who is always surrounded by people yet remains profoundly isolated. Poe masterfully crafts a tale that explores the paradox of the individual's place within society, suggesting that some aspects of human nature are impenetrable, destined to remain shrouded in mystery. This story invites readers to ponder the depths of their own solitude and the unseen stories that unfold around them in the crowd.



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    26 分
  • The Murders in the Rue Morgue
    2024/10/21
    The Murders in the Rue Morgue is a groundbreaking detective story by Edgar Allan Poe, widely regarded as the first modern mystery. The tale follows C. Auguste Dupin as he investigates the brutal and baffling murders of two women in a locked Parisian apartment. Through sharp deductive reasoning and attention to detail, Dupin unravels the mystery in a way that no one else can. Poe's masterful blend of suspense, intrigue, and intellectual puzzle-solving makes The Murders in the Rue Morgue a classic that laid the foundation for the detective genre.

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    1 時間 35 分
  • The Pit and the Pendulum
    2024/10/14
    The Pit and the Pendulum is a gripping and intense tale by Edgar Allan Poe that delves into themes of fear, torture, and the unknown. Set during the Spanish Inquisition, the story follows a prisoner condemned to a dark dungeon where he faces terrifying forms of punishment, including a slowly descending, razor-sharp pendulum. As he battles despair and the looming threat of death, the tension builds to a harrowing climax. Poe's vivid descriptions and psychological insight create an atmosphere of unbearable suspense, making **The Pit and the Pendulum** a masterful study of terror.

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    42 分
  • The Black Cat
    2024/10/07
    The Black Cat is a dark and unsettling tale by Edgar Allan Poe that explores the depths of guilt, madness, and the supernatural. The story follows a man who descends into a spiral of violence and self-destruction after committing a series of horrifying acts against his once-beloved pet. As the narrator's mental state deteriorates, the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, culminating in a chilling and unexpected conclusion. Poe's masterful use of suspense and psychological horror makes **The Black Cat** one of his most haunting works.

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    28 分
  • The Balloon Hoax
    2024/10/02
    The Balloon Hoax is a fascinating short story by Edgar Allan Poe, presented as a sensational news article about a transatlantic flight in a balloon. Blurring the lines between fiction and reality, the tale describes an incredible journey across the ocean, complete with vivid details and technical precision. As the story unfolds, Poe masterfully captures the excitement and wonder of scientific discovery, while also toying with the public's gullibility, making it a clever and entertaining piece of speculative journalism.

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    34 分