The Cellar by John Gould Fletcher
The novel revolves around a family's dark past and the secrets that lie within their ancestral home. The story centers on a young woman who returns to her family's estate after a long absence, only to uncover disturbing truths about her family's history. As she delves deeper into the mysteries of the cellar, she uncovers a web of deceit and tragedy that has haunted her family for generations.
By John Gould Fletcher · First published 1925 · Genre: Poetry, Gothic, Literary Fiction · 85 words
First lines
Faintly lit by a high-barred grating, The low-hung cellar, Flattens itself under the house.
In one corner There is a little door, So low, it can scarcely be seen.
Beyond, There is a narrow room, One must feel for the walls in the dark.
One shrinks to go To the end of it, Feeling the smooth cold wall.
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Genres
- Poetry — The work employs a lyrical style, focusing on imagery and emotional resonance typical of poetry.
- Gothic — The themes of darkness, confinement, and mystery align with Gothic elements.
- Literary Fiction — The exploration of existential themes and the human experience reflects characteristics of literary fiction.
- Symbolism — The cellar serves as a symbol for deeper psychological or emotional states.
Tags
Psychological Thriller · Horror · Suspense · Mystery · Dark Fiction · Atmospheric Setting · Isolated Location · Gothic Elements · Paranoid Protagonist · Unreliable Narrator · Family Secrets · Trauma
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Gould Fletcher
- Date: 1925 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Gothic, Literary Fiction, Symbolism, Surrealism
- Length: 85 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
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