Book Reports / MY THESIS FOR THE STORY "CASK OF AMONTILLADO" - good? [4]

Thesis statement for Critical essay on "The Cask of Amontillado"

I have to write a critical essay on this story and I have a couple of Thesis statements. Can anyone tell me which one is better or do I need to make any changes.

Edgar Allen Poe develops the theme that pride is a destructive force by showing the lengths that Montressor will go to in order to exact revenge on Fortunato.

Edgar Allen Poe develops the theme that Montressor's character is consumed by pride that does not allow him to change who he is and goes to lengths to hint at his static character.

Any help is much appreciated!