Baldick, Chris
The Oxford Book of Gothic Tales (Oxford Book of Prose / Verse 2008)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199561537
- author:
- Baldick, Chris
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 560
- Dimensions:
- 19.3 x 12.95 x 3.3 centimetres (
- Genre:
- Anthologies (non-poetry)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Oxford Book of Gothic Tales brings together a rich and varied collection of Gothic fiction, spanning over two centuries. From its origins in the late eighteenth century, the Gothic tale has evolved to become a distinct and powerful literary form.
This anthology celebrates the distinctive features of the Gothic genre, including its imaginative range of voices, claustrophobic settings, and gloomy themes. It highlights the central role of women writers, such as Anna Laetitia Aikin and Isabel Allende, alongside their male counterparts, and showcases the genre's sophistication and complexity.
Featuring works by writers such as Le Fanu, Hawthorne, and Borges, this collection triumphantly celebrates the enduring strength of the Gothic tale, setting it apart from other forms of horror and fantasy.
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