The Fall of the House of Usher Isolation Quotes Page 2
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| Quote #4 He was enchained by certain superstitious impressions in regard to the dwelling which he tenanted, and whence, for many years, he had never ventured forth. (12) |
Poe reiterates the Ushers’ isolation, and strengthens the connection between Roderick and his mansion.
| Quote #5 I learned that the glimpse I had obtained of her person would thus probably be the last I should obtain--that the lady, at least while living, would be seen by me no more. (14) |
Madeline, like her brother, responds to her illness by isolating herself to the greatest possible degree.
| Quote #6 A small picture presented the interior of an immensely long and rectangular vault or tunnel, with low walls, smooth, white, and without interruption or device. (17) |
Sounds a lot like the tomb that will eventually enclose Madeline…here, then, is another case of Roderick’s prophetic sight.
