Thursday, September 23, 2010

Characteristics of the Gothic Story - English 3

  • Setting is medieval - a castle or dungeon
  • The mood is of mystery or suspense
  • Metaphors of fear, horror, dread (ex. thunder, footsteps, creaks, bells, fog, etc.)
  • Omens,visions, or haunting dreams are mentioned
  • Supernatural, evil, or violent events occur
  • "Mad" characters
  • Merciless villains
  • The Inquisition is mentioned (and their methods or torture)
  • Myths or legends are mentioned

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