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"The Cask of Amontillado" (sometimes spelled "The Casque of Amontillado") is a short story by Edgar Allan Poe, first published in the November 1846 issue of Godey's Lady's Book. The story, set in an unnamed Italian city at carnival time in an unspecified year, is about a man taking fatal revenge on a friend who, he believes, has insulted him. Like several of Poe's stories, and in keeping with the 19th-century fascination with the subject, the narrative revolves around a person being buried alive – in this case, by immurement. As in "The Black Cat" and "The Tell-Tale Heart", Poe conveys the story from the murderer's perspective.
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Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic, well-known for his mastery of the macabre and the invention of modern detective fiction. He was one of the earliest American practitioners of the short story and is considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre with 'The Murders in the Rue Morgue.' His work comprises of tales of mystery and horror, underpinned by his adept understanding of the human psyche and its predilections. 'The Cask of Amontillado,' a short story first published in 1846, is a prime example of Poe's talent in conveying themes of revenge and secret murder, with its complex narrative and Gothic undertones. His narratives often resonate with themes of tragic human downfall, psychological depth, and the effects of guilt and sin. Much of Poe's work, including 'The Cask of Amontillado,' is characterized by the author's distinctive literary style, inclusive of his keen narrative voice and vivid symbolism. His influence on literature is wide-ranging, having lasting impacts on the mystery, horror, and science fiction genres. While his life was marred by personal struggles and financial hardship, Poe's extraordinary body of work continues to captivate readers and scholars alike, cementing his status as a seminal figure in American and global literature.
