Strong Moral Principles in The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe

Table of Contents

Introduction
Discussion
Conclusion
References

Introduction

Edgar Allan Poe is an American poet, novelist, critic, creator of the horror novel genre, and the moral anarchist. It is essential to note that his work and creativity are associated mainly with the opposition of repulsive, crude reality and the romantic ideal of beauty, ethics, and spiritual, moralizing principles.

Discussion

Accordingly, the demonstration of strong moral principles is most vividly demonstrated through the prism of short stories and poems. In each of his works, there is a moral, either satire or subtle humor, and sometimes such aspects find a place in the description of the evil and cruel actions of the characters. Thus, for instance, in the Black Cat, he emphasizes the opposition between good and evil law and order must be applied to ensure justice for everyone.

However, analyzing the biography of the writer, it becomes apparent how the struggle between good and evil took place in his inner world and experiences. Notably, he had a very ambivalent nature and suddenly became critical and hostile to the surrounding reality (Perry, 2022). Nevertheless, he was gentle and devoted, and his moral principles were manifested in his attitude to people who were not indifferent to him, to whom he provided care, support, and respect in every possible way.

Conclusion

The Black Cat is a story that can touch a nerve because no normal person can remain indifferent to human companions and friends animals. Consequently, strong moral principles as a struggle between good and evil are most clearly noticeable in a situation when, sinking lower and lower into the abyss of madness with the main character, a reader begins to be tormented by the pangs of guilt and compassion (Poe, 2021). In general, The Black Cat is written too immorally, with cruelty to animals and people, and there are many similar examples in the world described in the story. However, the actions and deeds of the protagonist and the work itself leave a deep impression and give some food for thought and reflection on morality.