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His name means "fortunate". He is Montresor's Italian friend who is completely oblivious to his friend's revenge motive. It isn't until Montresor locks him in a crypt and begins to brick him in that Fortunato finally realizes he's been tricked. He is the antagonist of the story and loves vintage wines and carnival attire. | His name means "fortunate". He is Montresor's Italian friend who is completely oblivious to his friend's revenge motive. It isn't until Montresor locks him in a crypt and begins to brick him in that Fortunato finally realizes he's been tricked. He is the antagonist of the story and loves vintage wines and carnival attire. | ||
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==Explanation of the Work's Title== | |||
==Literary Significance and Reception== | |||
==Awards and Nominations== | |||
==Citations== | ==Citations== | ||
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Revision as of 08:43, 20 October 2021
| “The Cask of Amontillado” | |
|---|---|
| Author | Edgar Allen Poe |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre(s) | Horror Fiction |
| Publication date | November 1846 |
“The Cask of Amontillado” is a 1846 short story by Edgar Allen Poe.
Plot
Characters
Montresor
He is the narrator of the story. He's a fascinating and nuanced character whose desire for vengeance drives the plot. His family motto is Nemo me impune lacessit,[1] which translates to "no one insults me with impunity," which explains his motivation for murdering his friend.
Fortunato
His name means "fortunate". He is Montresor's Italian friend who is completely oblivious to his friend's revenge motive. It isn't until Montresor locks him in a crypt and begins to brick him in that Fortunato finally realizes he's been tricked. He is the antagonist of the story and loves vintage wines and carnival attire.
Major Themes
Publication History
Explanation of the Work's Title
Literary Significance and Reception
Awards and Nominations
Citations
- ↑ Sipiora 2002, p. 242.