The story is told in a way that allows the reader to interpret it in their own way. Various interpretations are prevalent within the academic community. One of these interpretations is the idea of ​​madness, which means that the entire story could be an illusion that the characters are tormented by throughout the story and their lives. Another important interpretation is that the story is truly supernatural, allowing the events that take place to be realistic in nature. No matter which side readers take, this story intrigues many and entertains others. (Robinson