ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -The novels’ endings are more often than not unhappy, and romance is never the focus. The battle between humanity and unnatural forces of evil (sometimes man-made, sometimes supernatural) within an oppressive, inescapable, and bleak landscape is considered to be the true trademark of a gothic horror novel.

Detailed explanation-2: -Usually the setting consists of a castle or manor in an isolated location, away from any city or civilization. This genre is dark, eerie, and mysterious, often containing elements of terror, horror, and the macabre and the bizarre. Common themes and motifs of the Gothic include power, confinement, and isolation.

Detailed explanation-3: -The field of Gothic folklore and fairy tale includes works that subject folkloric figures and fairy tale narratives to a gothic reworking, exaggerating and exploring the gothic darkness, violence or monstrosity present in the folk tradition.

Detailed explanation-4: -Setting in a castle. An atmosphere of mystery and suspense. An ancient prophecy is connected with the castle or its inhabitants (either former or present). Omens, portents, visions. Supernatural or otherwise inexplicable events. High, even overwrought emotion. Women in distress. More items