Describe symbolism in The Murders in the Rue Morgue by Edgar Allan Poe

Asked by bookragstutor on 20 Aug 12:03

Last updated by Jill W on 03 Dec 21:41

Answered by Jill W on 03 Dec 21:41

Poe does not use overt symbolism in The Murders in the Rue, but the symbols he uses are not things.

Dupin symbolizes the rational mind.

The Prefect symbolizes the analytical mind.

The orangutan symbolizes irrational emotion.

The Murders in the Rue Morgue