Edgar Allan Poe?

Question

Does anyone know anything about Edgar Allan Poe's "The System of Dr. Tarr and Prof. Fether"? I need sources too, and I'm not allowed to use Wikipedia.

Answer 1

It's the story, penned by Poe, that has given rise to the popular expression 'the inmates are running the asylum'. I also believe it was Poe's only stab at humor, but it was still macabre.
As I recall, it was told by a visitor to said asylum, who was there to interview the titled supervisors, only to discover, little by little, the folks he's talking with are actually, well, quite loony themselves. Punch line is, the detainees have scored a coup on their captors, and now are in charge of the facilities. The system itself is revealed to be their brainchild, as if the names of the Tarr and Fether aren't a tell all to begin with. Much mayhem ensues.
The story came back into vogue around the mid-80's, when 'The Alan Parson's Project' had a hit with their song by the some title, and it's catchphrase "Do what you do to make you feel better" kinda sums up the system itself.
Can't use Wikipedia? Fer cryin' out loud, read the story!

Answer 2

I've read a lot of Poe, but that one doesn't ring a bell. But I'm curious, WHY can't you use wikipedia? Can you use Encarta, the encyclopedia? How about loc.com, the Library of Congress.
Why the restrictions...OR are you supposed to READ Poe's work and you're too lazy?

Answer 3

Wikipedia is a good place to find sources. There's also tons of Poe websites.

Answer 4

There's this:

Summary: The System of Dr. Tarr and Professor Fether

see link below, please.

Answer 5

Yes,I've read it.It was very interesting and subversive.I can't say anything,I recommend you to read it.!!!!

Answer 6

Try pambytes.com