1. The Cask of amontillado
By: Edgar Allan Poe

2. Edgar Allan poe
Slightly sad Hard life Invented modern detective story Wrote odd and horror stories, even for his time

3. The cask of amontillado
Written in 1846
Cask- a barrel that holds alcohol
Amontillado- An expensive white wine

4. Cask continued
Carnival- Giant party before Lent. Meant to celebrate life in every way. Usually wear fun mask and elaborate costumes.
Palazzo- A large and imposing building.
A large residence.

5. Cask Continued
Catacombs- Underground passages that are made with human bones. Meant as a burial place.

6. Cask Continued Protagonist’s Family Motto: Nemo me impune lacessit
No one provokes me with impunity
Modern terms: No one attacks me and gets away with it

7. Question?
Answer in a complete sentence. Use examples to support your answer.
Is revenge ever justified? Why or why not?