Berenice
Edgar Allan Poe
In Edgar Allan Poe’s haunting tale, Berenice, the line between obsession and madness blurs in a chilling exploration of human desire and psychological horror. The story follows Egaeus, a man consumed by an inexplicable fixation on his beautiful cousin Berenice. As Berenice’s health deteriorates, Egaeus’s obsession grows darker and more intense, leading him to a horrifying act that defies the boundaries of sanity.
Set against a backdrop of gothic elegance and unsettling mystery, Poe’s masterful storytelling delves deep into themes of love, madness, and the macabre. With its rich, atmospheric prose and unsettling twists, Berenice remains a powerful testament to Poe’s ability to evoke terror and psychological complexity.
Duration - 25m.
Author - Edgar Allan Poe.
Narrator - Marcus Aurelius Green.
Published Date - Sunday, 14 January 2024.
Copyright - © 1835 Edgar Allan Poe ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
In Edgar Allan Poe’s haunting tale, Berenice, the line between obsession and madness blurs in a chilling exploration of human desire and psychological horror. The story follows Egaeus, a man consumed by an inexplicable fixation on his beautiful cousin Berenice. As Berenice’s health deteriorates, Egaeus’s obsession grows darker and more intense, leading him to a horrifying act that defies the boundaries of sanity. Set against a backdrop of gothic elegance and unsettling mystery, Poe’s masterful storytelling delves deep into themes of love, madness, and the macabre. With its rich, atmospheric prose and unsettling twists, Berenice remains a powerful testament to Poe’s ability to evoke terror and psychological complexity. Duration - 25m. Author - Edgar Allan Poe. Narrator - Marcus Aurelius Green. Published Date - Sunday, 14 January 2024. Copyright - © 1835 Edgar Allan Poe ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:07
Berenice
Duration:00:25:14
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:19