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Bret Easton Ellis's debut novel, published in 1985 when he was just 21, captures the disillusionment of a generation through a minimalist narrative style. As a key figure of the 'Brat Pack,' Ellis explores themes of urban life, violence, drugs, and consumerism, establishing a voice for postmodern literature. His work is characterized by flat characters and a simplistic plot, contributing to the genre known as 'Blank Fiction.' This novel marked a significant milestone in American literature, reflecting the complexities of youth culture in the 1980s.

Exploring the impact of Howard Phillips Lovecraft on horror literature, this seminar paper delves into his short story "Pickman’s Model" and its connection to the theories of Sigmund Freud's The Uncanny and Tzvetan Todorov's The Fantastic. It analyzes how Lovecraft's unique mythological universes and inner struggles of characters contribute to the horror genre. By examining literary and aesthetic effects, the paper addresses what makes horror stories effective and how Lovecraft's techniques resonate with readers, evoking fear and fascination.

Focusing on the intricacies of the mental lexicon, this paper explores how complex words are stored and accessed. It distinguishes between simple and complex words, delving into linguistic constituents like roots and morphemes. Evaluating three major theories—morpheme lexicon, strict word-form lexicon, and moderate word-form lexicon—the study suggests that the moderate word-form lexicon is most applicable, favoring dual-route access over single-route. Additionally, it examines various languages, including Hebrew, German, and Latin, to highlight the strengths and weaknesses of these theories.

Focusing on the evolution of vampire literature, this thesis explores the transformation of the vampire figure from Bram Stoker's classic "Dracula" to Stephenie Meyer's "Twilight" series. It challenges the notion that older and newer vampire representations are fundamentally different, aiming to provide a nuanced comparison of these iconic works. By examining the cultural and thematic shifts in vampire fiction, the research seeks to contribute to the understanding of this genre's development and its varying academic recognition over time.