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Gothic Horror

Lucas Powell

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Verlag: Publifye

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"Gothic Horror" explores the lasting impact of gothic literature, revealing how it shaped our understanding of fear, death, and the supernatural. Delving into psychological terror and the unsettling presence of the past, the book uncovers the cultural anxieties reflected in gothic themes. 

 
Did you know the genre emerged in the late 18th century amid societal upheaval, offering a counter-narrative to the Enlightenment's rationalism? These elements continue to resonate in modern storytelling, influencing our perception of the human condition. 

 
The book examines the evolution of the gothic novel, beginning with foundational works like Horace Walpole's "The Castle of Otranto" to the psychological horror found in Edgar Allan Poe, with an academic approach, offering in-depth analysis and critical interpretation of gothic literature. 

 
By tracing the shifting representations of death and the supernatural, the book highlights the genre's development and its reflection of cultural anxieties. 

 
The chapters progress from establishing the historical context to analyzing key texts and demonstrating the enduring legacy of gothic themes in contemporary media.
Verfügbar seit: 26.02.2025.
Drucklänge: 54 Seiten.

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