The term “asylum” in literature is a multifaceted symbol that has been used both literally and metaphorically. On the literal side, many authors refer to institutions of confinement or care for the mentally ill, as in Stoker’s vivid portrayal in Dracula where characters are directly associated with “lunatic asylums” ([1], [2], [3], [4]) and in accounts of institutional life such as those by Sherwood Anderson ([5], [6]). At the same time, “asylum” often signifies a refuge or safe haven—a place of quiet retreat amidst chaos—as seen in the comforting “quiet asylum in the beloved old hall” ([7]) or even in politically charged contexts where persecuted individuals seek shelter ([8], [9]). Some writers extend the term metaphorically to capture social isolation or the paradoxical nature of safety and confinement, as in Emerson’s reflective turns ([10]) or satirical references that question the nature of modern institutions ([11], [12]). In essence, the varied use of “asylum” underscores a tension between sanctuary and seclusion, reflecting the complexities of individual and collective lives throughout literary history.