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Gothic: Four Hundred Years of Excess, Horror, Evil and Ruin,New
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Beginning with the eruption of Vesuvius in 1631, an event so powerful it created a new landscape and inspired the desolate and savage paintings of Salvator Rosa, Richard DavenportHines traces the evolution of the gothic imagination. This revelatory history ranges through art, architecture, gardening, literature, photography, filmmaking, music, and clothing design, and takes in artists and creations as various as Byron, Horace Walpole, Goya, Frankenstein's monster, Edgar Allan Poe, Jackson Pollock, David Lynch, The Terminator, and The Cure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Gothic: Four Hundred Years of Excess, Horror, Evil and Ruin'? A: The book explores the evolution of the gothic imagination, beginning with the eruption of Vesuvius in 1631, and discusses its impact across various fields including art, literature, and architecture.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Gothic: Four Hundred Years of Excess, Horror, Evil and Ruin' is Richard Davenport-Hines.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: This is a used book in good condition, indicating it has been previously owned but is still in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 448 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Gothic: Four Hundred Years of Excess, Horror, Evil and Ruin' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2000.
- Q: What subjects does this book cover? A: The book covers subjects such as art, architecture, gardening, literature, photography, filmmaking, music, and clothing design, all related to the gothic theme.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive history of the gothic imagination, making it suitable for academic study in related fields.
- Q: Can I find illustrations or images in the book? A: While the book primarily focuses on text, it may include illustrations or images relevant to the gothic themes discussed.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would benefit from this book? A: The book is ideal for readers interested in history, art, literature, and the gothic genre, as well as those studying cultural evolution.