The Mask Direct

1. Introduction: The Mask as a Universal Concept

The most influential literary exploration of the mask is poem, " We Wear the Mask " (1895). The Mask

A mask is fundamentally a tool for concealment. Historically and culturally, it has served as both a physical object and a psychological metaphor. Whether used to protect, disguise, amuse, or frighten, the mask allows an individual to transform their identity or shield their true self from the world. The Mask