The "Red Death" is used as a symbol in this story. The red death
has no pestilence or has never been so fatal or so hideous. The red death is using an object more than its literal
meaning.
The second paragraph is an example of characterization because it describes
the prince. It explains his qualities and his eccentricities. It also shows that he doesn't think about anyone but himself.
The last paragraph shows irony. The irony is showed by the fact
that in the beginning the prince and his men were trying to escape the Red Death. They move into a seculded area that
they think the Red Death can never get to. The Red Death eventually does catch up with them and ends up bringing them
to their deaths.
