Introduction to the Gothic


Created By

Jason B

11-14
English Literature

10 Hours

10 LESSONS

INTRODUCTION TO THE GOTHIC

Academic Development

Course Overview

Course Content


10 LESSONS

10 Hours Total Length

Gothic Fiction: Who Wrote the First Gothic Novels and What Were They?

The Elements of Gothic Fiction: What Makes a Novel a Gothic Novel?

The Stars of Gothic Fiction: Who Were the Most Famous Writers of Gothic Fiction?

Gothic Characters: Monsters, Mad Scientists and Damsels in Distress

The Gothic Landscape: The Settings of Gothic Fiction

Women in Gothic Fiction: How Are Women Portrayed in Gothic Fiction?

Science and the Gothic: How Is Science Presented in Gothic Fiction?

The Modern Gothic: Where Can We Find Elements of Gothic Fiction Today?

Writing Gothic Fiction I: Planning and Writing Your Own Gothic Short Story

Writing Gothic Fiction II: Feedback and Revision

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Jason B
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