Ruined abbeys, haunted castles, landscapes shrouded in fog: these recognisable tropes of the Gothic have thrilled and terrified readers. But how did it all start? Through historical contextualisation and close-readings of excerpts from novels and poetry, this course explores the emergence and development of Gothic fiction in Britain and Ireland. Although the Gothic is linked to the world of fantasy, this course will flesh out the real concerns it articulates, as well as the historical background which makes it possible.
Tutor: Maddy Potter PhD
Term: Autumn
Day: Saturday
Dates: 23 and 30 November 2024
Time: 10am-1.15pm
No. of weeks: 2 (consecutive weeks)
Full fee: £57
Location: Online
This course will be delivered via Zoom. Students joining the course will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet with a microphone (essential) and a webcam (desirable), as well as a reliable broadband connection.
