The Gothic
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Book Overview
This guide provides an overview of the most significant issues and debates in Gothic studies. Provides an overview of the most significant issues and debates in Gothic studies. Explains the origins and development of the term Gothic. Explores the evolution of the Gothic in both literary and non-literary forms, including art, architecture and film. Features authoritative readings of key works, ranging from Horace Walpole's The Castle of Otranto to...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0631220623
ISBN13:9780631220626
Release Date:January 2004
Publisher:Wiley-Blackwell
Length:336 Pages
Weight:2.24 lbs.
Dimensions:1.2" x 6.3" x 9.3"
Customer Reviews
2 ratings
Excellent overview of all things gothic
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
The perfect book for anyone looking for a crash course in Gothic studies, with thoughtful, interesting summaries and several in-depth studies of canonical texts. Punter and Byron are well known authorities in the field; their clear, concise, humorous style makes reading this book a pleasure.
Good overview of Gothic themes
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Here is a book that's a bit more conventional and will appeal to the average person with interest in Gothic themes. It highlights most aspects of Gothic and will give you a good, overall knowledge of the history of Gothic and where it is heading.
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