Themes of death and madness

Themes of death and madness explore the fragile boundaries of human existence and the mind’s response to trauma and mortality. Death often symbolizes inevitable change or the unknown, provoking reflection on life's impermanence. Madness examines how mental instability can distort perception, revealing inner fears, guilt, or societal pressures. Both themes highlight vulnerability, emphasizing our attempts to comprehend mortality and process inner turmoil. They often intertwine, illustrating how grief or loss may lead to mental disarray, and how confronting mortality can challenge one’s sanity, ultimately revealing complex aspects of the human condition.