Poem written in simple ballad form with ABAB rhyme scheme. Flow creates comforting atmosphere despite shocking final lines
Story told through Ellen Weatherall's fragmented memories and stream-of-consciousness. Porter uses descriptive prose to portray Granny's mind wandering through time. Story first appeared in Porter's 1930 collection "Flowering Judas"
Vanitas emerged in 16th-17th century Netherlands as symbolic art about life's transience. Term "vanitas" means "futility" and "emptiness" in Latin. Painted as still lifes to warn viewers about mortality and worldly vanity
Thunder Lotus Games developed Spiritfarer for multiple platforms in 2020. Game sold over one million units by December 2021. Mobile version released on Netflix in October 2022
"Annabel Lee" is Poe's last complete poem written in 1849. Explores theme of death of beautiful woman, Poe called it "most poetical". Narrator fell in love with Annabel Lee in kingdom by sea. Their love was so strong angels were envious. Narrator believes seraphim caused Annabel Lee's death
Vanitas means "pointlessness" in Latin, symbolizing life's transience and death. Genre began in 16th century and continued into 17th century. Dutch painters heavily employed vanitas during Baroque period