Nordic Gothic

Nordic Gothic explores Gothic fiction in the Nordic region, focusing on the development from the 1990s onwards in literature, film, TV, and new media. It provides an overview of Nordic Gothic fiction in relation to transnational developments, offers case studies, and explores cultural anxieties haunting the Nordic countries, their welfare systems, identities, and ideologies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 26 July 2022
Publisher: Manchester University Press

Nordic Gothic delves into the captivating world of Gothic fiction in the Nordic region, tracing its origins from the nineteenth century to the vibrant resurgence in literature, film, television, and new media in the 1990s. This comprehensive volume offers a comprehensive overview of Nordic Gothic fiction, exploring its relationship with transnational developments while providing in-depth analyses of individual narratives. Through a series of case studies and detailed examinations, the book sheds light on this relatively under-researched cultural phenomenon, unveiling the cultural anxieties that haunt the Nordic countries, their welfare systems, identities, and ideologies.

Furthermore, Nordic Gothic delves into the rich tapestry of Nordic folklore, exploring how figures from these legends serve as metaphorical expressions of Gothic themes. It also examines Nordic settings from perspectives such as ecocriticism and postcolonialism, offering fresh insights into the interplay between Gothic literature and the unique cultural landscapes of the Nordic region.

This book is a valuable resource for researchers and post- and undergraduate students alike, spanning various fields within the Humanities. Its comprehensive approach and insightful analyses make it an essential read for anyone interested in exploring the intersection of Gothic fiction, folklore, and cultural studies in the Nordic context.

Weight: 298g
Dimension: 139 x 215 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526163950