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In general terms, the main purpose of Gothic literature is to entertain readers by titillating them with the thrills of Horror. Individual works may have a broader significance, but very often there are no 'values and ideals'. Much of it is pure entertainment.
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Gothic literature often explores themes of darkness, mystery, and the supernatural. It typically features intense emotion, melodrama, and a focus on the macabre. Common ideals include emphasizing the power of the imagination, the exploration of the unknown, and challenging societal norms.
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What are the main ideas and values of gothic literature?
Horror and Romance. Gothic literature must be able to thrill and terrify the reader.
When was gothic literature written?
gothic literature was written in 1760-1830
Gothic literature shows elements of what?
Gothic literature is a type of fiction that shows elements of romance and mystery. It may include supernatural or paranormal elements as well as horror.
Gothic literature shows elements of a fascination with things associated with Asia or Asians.?
Gothic literature that features this fascination with Asia is called Orientalist literature.
What has the author Luke Gibbons written?
Luke Gibbons has written: 'Gaelic Gothic' -- subject(s): Gothic revival (Literature), Colonies in literature, Literature and society, In literature, History, Race in literature
The ideals of a culture are what?
values
What is southern gothic literarture?
Southern Gothic Literature is like gothic literature, but set exclusively in the south, and uses its literary medium to explore the social issues of the region in a slightly magical way.
What years were the most gothic literature stories written?
Well, the most popular gothic novel, Dracula, was written in 1897. In the eighteen hundreds, and the nineteen hundreds after the famous novel, gothic literature was being demanded everywhere.
What s the importance of literature?
Literature preserves the ideals of a time/community. It allows us to learn about other cultures, people, and ideals. It expands our vocabulary and our factual knowledge.
What has the author Ed Cameron written?
Ed Cameron has written: 'The psychopathology of the Gothic romance' -- subject(s): Psychology, Pathological, in literature, Gothic fiction (Literary genre), English, Psychoses in literature, Psychoanalysis and literature, History and criticism, Neuroses in literature, Deviant behavior in literature
What is the difference between Gothic and grotesque literature?
Gothic literature is usually a combination of horror and romance, begun in the mid 1760's. It can also refer to literature from that time period. Grotesque literature features horror as well, but could be from any time period, and might contain different elements than Gothic.
What values and ideals are important in the US today?
Individual freedom, education, religious values, equality values
