This series delves into the dark and fascinating worlds of Gothic literature, examining its key authors and their enduring influence. It offers a deep exploration of a genre that defined atmospheres of dread, mystery, and the supernatural. Readers can expect detailed analyses of works and characters that shaped the Gothic novel. It is essential reading for fans of literary history and chilling tales.
Mary Shelley provides a detailed study of the famous author's extensive contribution to the Gothic genre. Angela Wright examines the key novels alongside the short stories, revealing how the Gothic themes and motifs that energised Frankenstein resurface in some of Shelley's later works.