How Do You Study Poes “The Cask Of Amontillado”?
Edgar Allan Poe’s short story “The Cask of Amontillado” was first published in “Godey’s Lady’s Book” in 1846. On the surface, the story may seem like a simple tale of revenge. However, there is a deeper commentary within the story. This guide is to help you study and analyze “The Cask of Amontillado.” Consider why Poe never directly reveals why Montresor feels insulted and whether not knowing changes how you feel about what Montresor does to Fortunato. Note the clues that might give you information about the insult that leads Montresor to get revenge on Fortunato. Decide if these “thousand injuries” are real or imagined. These events also happened fifty ears ago. Montresor’s retelling may be unreliable. Think about why Montresor decides to take his revenge at the time of carnival, when carnival is a time of merriment and celebration. Pay attention to what happens as Montresor and Fortunato descend deeper into the catacombs: how Montresor baits Fortunato, their dialogue and gestures and
