A Mortal Antipathy

In "A Mortal Antipathy," Oliver Wendell Holmes employs a keen blend of humor and satire to explore themes of social conformity and the absurdities of human nature. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century America, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of Dr. Elijah. With its rich character development and witty prose, Holmes artfully critiques the conventions of his time, using elements of Gothic...