what is the house of usher

"The Fall of the House of Usher" is a short story by American writer Edgar Allan Poe, first published in 1839. It tells the story of a man who visits his childhood friend, Roderick Usher, at his gloomy and mysterious mansion. The house itself is a central element of the story, symbolizing the decay of the Usher family. Roderick believes that the mansion is sentient and responsible for his deteriorating mental health. The story is known for its Gothic elements, including a haunted house, a dreary landscape, and a sense of entrapment. The house's fall and the tragic fate of the Usher family are key aspects of the narrative