Synopsis
A reflection on the antics of a black cat who has learned to open a door latch.
History
First publication: Alexander’s Weekly Message, January 29, 1840
Review
Hardly a story but more of an essay. Poe debates the differences between instinct and reason. The idea that animals like cats only work with instinct defies what you can observe in animals—a real ability to learn and to figure things out.
Videos
We have the story in these editions:
Poetry and Tales, edited by Patrick F. Quinn, slipcased, Suntup Editions, 2022-00-00
