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Gothic Literature
Gothic Literature
3B Agenda
Gothic
castle, ruined or intact, haunted or not Ruined buildings Dungeons, underground passages, crypts, spooky basements, or attics Labyrinths, dark corridors, and winding stairs
a beam of moonlight in the blackness, a flickering candle Extreme landscapes: rugged mountains, thick forests, icy wastes. Extreme weather
curses Magic, supernatural suggestions Horrifying or terrifying events or the threat of them happening
and ancestral
passion-driven villain A heroine with a tendency to faint or need to be rescued frequently A hero whose true identity might not be revealed until the end of the novel
side of human nature search for identity desire vs duty social alienation search for truth
You try
You (and up to two other people) will create your own Gothic tale. You must include at least three characteristics of Gothic literature in your story. Consider the following as you begin drafting Characters, setting, plot, dialogue, etc. The class will vote anonymously on the best tale. Winners will receive a prize!
Criteria
Group
of two (no more) Five pages long Must contain at least three elements of Gothic Literature Due on Tuesday at the end of the hour You will present the story (tell it) We will vote for the best! The winner will receive a small prize!