02770nam 2200589 a 450 991082821100332120200520144314.01-283-20765-697866132076541-4411-9044-9(CKB)1000000000728708(EBL)742927(OCoLC)741691532(SSID)ssj0000070886(PQKBManifestationID)12006404(PQKBTitleCode)TC0000070886(PQKBWorkID)10069608(PQKB)10454006(MiAaPQ)EBC742927(EXLCZ)99100000000072870820040609d2004 uy 0engur|n|---|||||txtccrAmerican gothic fiction an introduction /Allan Lloyd-SmithNew York Continuumc20041 online resource (209 p.)Continuum studies in literary genreDescription based upon print version of record.0-8264-1594-6 0-8264-1595-4 Includes bibliographical references (p. 177-192) and index.Contents; Introduction; Chapter One: What Is American Gothic?; Chapter Two: Timeline; Chapter Three: How to Read American Gothic; Chapter Four: Key Texts; Chapter Five: Major Themes in American Gothic; Chapter Six: Key Questions; Chapter Seven: American Gothic Criticism; Chapter Eight: Glossary; Chapter Nine: Suggestions for Further Reading; IndexFollowing the structure of other titles in the Continuum Introductions to Literary Genres series, American Gothic Fiction includes: A broad definition of the genre and its essential elements. A timeline of developments within the genre. Critical concerns to bear in mind while reading in the genre. Detailed readings of a range of widely taught texts. In-depth analysis of major themes and issues. Signposts for further study within the genre. A summary of the most important criticism in the field. A glossary of terms. An annotated, critical reading list. This book offers students, writers, and seContinuum studies in literary genre.American fictionHistory and criticismGothic revival (Literature)United StatesHorror tales, AmericanHistory and criticismAmerican fictionHistory and criticism.Gothic revival (Literature)Horror tales, AmericanHistory and criticism.813/.0872909Lloyd Smith Allan1945-1682209MiAaPQMiAaPQMiAaPQBOOK9910828211003321American gothic fiction4052174UNINA