The aim of the torturers, the tomb-like dungeon and symbols in Edgar Allan Poe's "The Pit and the Pendulum"

Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Inquisition, Edgar Allan Poe's "The Pit and the Pendulum" explores themes of fear and psychological torment. First published in 1843 and later revised in 1845, the story reflects the American public's fascination with dark historical events, despite the Inquisition's end. The seminar paper examines these literary elements and the context surrounding Poe's work, highlighting its enduring impact and relevance in American literature.