Listen "The Tell-Tale Heart"
Episode Synopsis
"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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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