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The Tell-Tale Heart
The Tell-Tale Heart

The Tell-Tale Heart

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This adaptation delves into themes of guilt, insanity, and murder. It features psychological horror, intense suspense, and disturbing imagery that may not be suitable for sensitive readers. The story’s exploration of the human mind and the effects of guilt make it ideal for readers interested in dark, psychological narratives. Reader discretion is advised.

Reading Levels

Total Words 2097
Unique Words 682
Reading Ease
Total Words 1592
Unique Words 525
Reading Ease

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The Tell-Tale Heart

About the Author

Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was an American writer, poet, and literary critic known for his dark and macabre tales. With works like The Tell-Tale Heart, The Raven, and The Fall of the House of Usher, Poe is credited with pioneering the genre of Gothic horror. His mastery of suspense, psychological depth, and the exploration of human frailty has made him one of the most influential writers in American literature.

Story Overview

Step into the dark and unsettling world of Edgar Allan Poe's The Tell-Tale Heart with our leveled reading adaptation. This haunting tale takes readers deep into the mind of a narrator who insists on his sanity while describing the chilling murder he committed. As paranoia and guilt consume him, the story builds to a terrifying climax. Poe’s masterful use of suspense and psychological horror will captivate readers, drawing them into a twisted exploration of madness, obsession, and the consequences of crime.

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