William Wilson

"William Wilson" is a short story by Edgar Allan Poe about a man who share his own name and appearance with a mysterious double who consistently sabotages his life. As William Wilson grows older, he becomes increasingly disturbed by this doppelgänger, which challenges his sense of identity and control. Eventually, he realizes that the double is a manifestation of his own conscience or inner guilt, representing his moral struggles. The story explores themes of identity, guilt, and the double nature of human consciousness, illustrating how inner conflicts can threaten one’s sense of self.