Twentieth-Century Gothic: An Edinburgh Companion

The Gothic emerged as a significant area of academic inquiry in the late 20th century, covering literature, film, and popular culture. This volume explores the key concepts and developments of Twentieth-Century Gothic, from the fin de siècle to 9/11, with a chronological and thematic focus. It includes chapters on ecoGothic, Gothic Studies, Medical Humanities, Queer Studies, African American Studies, and Russian Gothic, ensuring a wide-ranging and up-to-date collection.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 328 pages
Publication date: 14 February 2024
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

The Gothic emerged as a vibrant and influential field of academic exploration in the latter half of the 20th century, spanning literary, film, and popular culture studies. This comprehensive volume delves into the core concepts and advancements that shaped the Gothic during this period, tracing its evolution from the late 19th century to the aftermath of 9/11. Comprising eighteen chapters, the book reflects the interdisciplinary nature of the Gothic, which traversed from literature and theater to cinema and television over the century. It maintains a chronological and thematic approach, with a particular emphasis on issues related to race, identity, marginality, and technology. Chapters on ecoGothic, Gothic Studies as a discipline, Medical Humanities, Queer Studies, African American Studies, and Russian Gothic ensure that the collection remains current and diverse. In addition to an insightful Introduction by the editors, the book includes suggested further readings at the end of each chapter to encourage independent research by readers and scholars alike.

Weight: 510g
Dimension: 156 x 235 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474490139