Frances A. Kamm, Tamar Jeffers Mcdonald
GOTHIC HEROINES ON SCREEN
- ISBN 13:
- 9781138711006
- author:
- Frances A. Kamm, Tamar Jeffers Mcdonald
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- TAYLOR & FRANCIS
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 212
- Dimensions:
- 23.37 x 15.24 x 1.52 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Media Studies,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Gothic Heroines on Screen explores how the literary Gothic heroine has been translated onto screen, and what this means for our understanding of these iconic characters. This collection delves into the significance of adapting classic stories like Bluebeard and Rebecca, and examines how different locations and genres have influenced their representation. The book looks at how the medium of film brings together image, movement, and sound to create a unique interpretation of the Gothic heroine. By exploring various historical, social, and geographical contexts, the authors shed light on the enduring appeal of these characters in screen culture.
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