2023-2024 Catalog

ENG-347 20th Century Female Gothic

This course focuses on Gothic literature by women writers, from its origins in the 18th century to the present, focusing primarily on 20th century writers. The novels, short stories, and films we will discuss involve haunted houses, secret chambers, madness, and other Gothic tropes. Writers to be studied will include Charlotte Bronte, Daphne du Maurier, Shirley Jackson, Jean Rhys, Angela Carter, and others.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

WRI-102 or WRI-H103

Core Curriculum

  • Studies in Literature