house of usher

The setting in the story “The Fall of the House of Usher,” by Edgar Allen Poe, is uniquely vivid. Poe uses his descriptions to display foreshadowing, images, and mood. Symbolism is used to help illustrate the theme of his story.
Poe’s selection of words helps create a sense of reality in the reader’s mind. He knew each and every word he chose created a murky and foreboding atmosphere. An example of this is the exterior of Usher’s house. “Minute fungi overspread the whole exterior, hanging in...