Later, Gothic fiction evolved through well-known works like Dracula by Bram Stoker, The Beetle by Richard Marsh, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson, and …

Jan 1, 2026 · The term Gothic novel refers to Romantic pseudomedieval fiction having a prevailing atmosphere of mystery and terror. Its heyday was the 1790s, but it underwent …

Apr 29, 2025 · Gothic literature often includes dark settings, mystery, fear, and an old house with secrets. Famous Gothic authors include Edgar Allan Poe, who perfected the genre with his …

Aug 19, 2025 · Gothic literature began as a reaction to the Enlightenment and was influenced by medieval architecture. This article explores the origins of the Gothic literary genre.

Oct 22, 2024 · Dark, chilling, and characterised by looming terror, the Gothic novel has been hugely popular and influential for centuries. But behind the more superficial hallmarks of …

Jun 3, 2024 · Gothic fiction is a literary genre known for its elements of horror, mystery and the supernatural. Authors use decaying and age-old settings such as castles, churches or grand …

Aug 13, 2025 · Far from a monolithic entity, Gothic literature branched into distinct sub-movements, most notably Dark Romanticism and American Gothic, each adapting the core …

Mar 12, 2025 · Gothic literature has been haunting readers for centuries. Here’s a guide to the genre’s captivating history and key elements, along with the essential list of ten entrancing …

Apr 30, 2025 · Gothic literature shares some characteristics with the romance, a literary genre popular in the late medieval period that featured magic, battles between heroes and monsters, …

Jun 16, 2025 · Gothic fiction is a literary genre that combines elements of horror, death, and romance, often set against dark, mysterious, and decaying backdrops like castles, ruins, or …