Marie Mulvey-Roberts Livres

Exploring the essence of the Gothic, this revised handbook delves into its origins, themes of transgression, and boundary-breaking elements. With over one hundred entries from nearly eighty scholars, it covers both major and minor Gothic writers, significant themes, and various contexts, including children's literature and Gothic film. New contributions enrich the discourse, making it a vital resource for enthusiasts and scholars alike. Its comprehensive approach ensures a deep understanding of the Gothic's enduring relevance and diverse expressions.

First published in 1990, this book represents the first full-length study of into the group of novels designated �Rosicrucian� and traces the emergence of this distinct fictional genre, revealing a continuous occult tradition running through seemingly diverse literary texts. Taking the Enlightenment as a starting point, the author shows how the physician�s secular appropriation of the idea of eternal life, through the study of longevity and physical decay, attracted writers like William Godwin. It focuses on the bodily immortality of the Rosicrucian hero and investigates the novels of five major writers � Godwin, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Mary Shelley, Maturin, and Bulwer-Lytton.

A detailed examination of how certain Gothic bodies have taken on mythical status within western culture. -- .