The Tell-Tale Heart (narrative technique)

The narrative technique in "The Tell-Tale Heart" is a first-person point of view, where the narrator tells the story directly, revealing his thoughts and feelings. This perspective creates an intimate connection between the reader and the narrator, allowing us to understand his madness and guilt firsthand. The narrator's unreliable narration, as he insists he is sane while describing his obsession and paranoia, heightens suspense and engages us in questioning his version of reality. This technique effectively immerses readers in the narrator’s disturbed mind and intensifies the story's psychological horror.