Sheridan Le Fanu 
Green Tea 

Sheridan Le Fanu’s ‘Green Tea’ is a Gothic novella that delves into themes of madness, addiction, and the supernatural. Written in the 19th century, the story follows the protagonist, a clergyman named Mr. Jennings, as he becomes obsessed with a spectral monkey that haunts him after drinking green tea. The eerie atmosphere and psychological depth of the narrative are characteristic of Le Fanu’s gothic writing style, which was heavily influenced by Edgar Allan Poe and has had a lasting impact on the horror genre. Le Fanu’s use of unreliable narration adds a layer of complexity to the story, leaving readers questioning the boundaries of reality and the supernatural. With its captivating blend of horror and psychological insight, ‘Green Tea’ remains a classic work of Gothic fiction that continues to intrigue and unsettle readers to this day.