The Cask of Amontillado

"The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe is a dark short story about revenge. Montresor, the narrator, feels wronged by Fortunato and vows to punish him without revealing his plan. During a carnival, Montresor lures Fortunato into his catacombs with the promise of tasting a rare wine called Amontillado. Once underground, Montresor traps Fortunato in a hidden niche and bricks him in, ensuring he cannot escape. The story explores themes of vengeance, pride, and the consequences of obsession, with a chilling end that reveals Montresor’s cold, calculated nature.