The Black Cat

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The Black Cat” by Edgar Allan Poe:
“The Black Cat” is a short story by Edgar Allan Poe which was first published in 1843. The setting revolves around some unnamed narrator with himself going dark and sinister.
At first, the narrator describes to his reader his beloved pet cat named Pluto, who is very bright and affectionate. But as his own behavior becomes increasingly erratic and violent, the relationship becomes worse between his persona and Pluto.
One night, he gets drunk and blinds one of Pluto’s eyes. Later, he hangs the cat; some very dreadful and supernatural things follow.
In the tale, Poe explores themes of cruelty, guilt, and darker aspects of human nature. A black cat serves as a symbol of the narrator’s own dark psyche, and the story builds towards an haunting and tragic conclusion.
“The Black Cat” is widely regarded as one of Poe’s most classic and timeless tales, and the exploration of the human psyche continues to fascinate readers right down to the present day.
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