Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson

906. The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe 🖤😱 (Learn English with a Short Story)

Oct 29, 2024

01:54:58

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Dive into the chilling world of Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart' this Halloween. The narrator's descent into madness and guilt is explored in depth, revealing the psychological torment behind his actions. Discover how the telltale heart symbolizes remorse while examining the intricacies of obsession and deception. Enjoy a detailed line-by-line analysis that enhances your vocabulary and understanding. This analysis is not only thrilling but also a unique way to improve your English skills through classic literature.

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Intro

2min

Exploring Madness and Guilt in 'The Tell-Tale Heart'

18min

The Psychological Torment of an Unreliable Narrator

12min

Exploring Madness in 'The Tell-Tale Heart'

15min

Madness and Guilt in 'The Tell-Tale Heart'

1h 9min

Reflecting on 'The Tell-Tale Heart' and Listener Engagement

3min

In this episode for Halloween I read out a classic work of gothic horror fiction by Edgar Allan Poe, then go through each line and explain vocabulary and discuss the themes and meanings of the story.

📄 Get the story PDF https://teacherluke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/906.-The-Tell-Tale-Heart-by-Edgar-Allan-Poe-Learn-English-with-a-Short-Story.pdf

👉 Episode page https://teacherluke.co.uk/2024/10/29/906-the-tell-tale-heart-by-edgar-allan-poe-learn-english-with-a-short-story/

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