The Tale of Terror: A Study of the Gothic Romance by Edith Birkhead

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Author Birkhead, Edith, 1889-1951
LoC No. 21013606
Title The Tale of Terror: A Study of the Gothic Romance
Note Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Tale of Terror: A Study of the Gothic Romance" by Edith Birkhead is a critical examination of the Gothic romance genre, likely written in the early 20th century. The work traces the evolution of supernatural fiction in English literature, focusing on the historical and thematic developments from the rise of Gothic fiction in the late 18th century through various notable authors and works, including the American adaptations by Hawthorne and Poe. The opening of the study outlines the deep-rooted history of terror in storytelling, beginning with ancient myths and moving through various literary forms up to the emergence of Gothic fiction. Birkhead discusses the significance of fear and supernatural elements, highlighting works from the likes of Horace Walpole and Mrs. Radcliffe, setting the stage for a broader analysis of how the Gothic genre evolved over centuries. The introduction creates an awareness of how integral the theme of terror has been in both oral tradition and written literature, setting up a nuanced exploration of the genre's influence and its enduring appeal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject English fiction -- History and criticism
Subject Horror tales, English -- History and criticism
Subject Gothic revival (Literature) -- Great Britain
Subject Supernatural in literature
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EBook-No. 14154
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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