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The Gothic: 250 Years Of Success: Your Guide To Gothic Literature And Culture
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If You Are Looking For A Clear And Concise Guide To All Aspects Of The Gothic, Ranging From Literature To Architecture, History To Visual Arts, Music To Fashion, Horror To Fantasy, Subculture To Philosophy, And More Besides, Then This Is For You. John Nicholls, University Of Hullwhat Is The Gothic? A Genre, A Style, A Movement, A Subculture? The Gothic Is All Of This, And So Much More; It Is One Of The Most Enduring And Fertile Artistic Traditions In The History Of Modern Civilization. Since The Publication Of The Castle Of Otranto By Horace Walpole In December 1764, The Gothic Has Constantly Rejuvenated And Reinvented Itself, Taking On New Forms While Remaining True To Its Aesthetic Principles.From Old Castles To Futuristic Cities, From Corrupt Priests To Urban Predators, From Medieval Poetry To Modern Rock, The Gothic Evolved Over The Centuries, Transforming The Popular Culture In The Process. Like Frankensteins Creature, The Gothic Is Alive And One Can Feel Its Beating Heart In Every Art Form And Media.This Guide Provides An Overview Covering All Facets Of The Gothic Culture, From Its Philosophical Basis To Its Practical Applications In Literature, Comics, Cinema And Television, Music, Games, Digital Art, And Fashion.
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- Q: What topics does 'The Gothic: 250 Years of Success' cover? A: This guide covers a wide range of topics within Gothic culture, including literature, architecture, history, visual arts, music, fashion, horror, fantasy, subculture, and philosophy.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by A J Blakemont.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The publication date of 'The Gothic: 250 Years of Success' is October 25, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 108 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Gothic literature? A: Yes, the book serves as a clear and concise guide, making it suitable for both beginners and those looking to expand their knowledge of Gothic literature and culture.
- Q: Does this book include practical applications of Gothic culture? A: Yes, the guide discusses practical applications of Gothic culture in various forms such as literature, comics, cinema, television, music, games, digital art, and fashion.
- Q: Is this the first edition of 'The Gothic: 250 Years of Success'? A: Yes, this is the first edition of the book.
- Q: What makes the Gothic a significant artistic tradition? A: The Gothic is significant because it has constantly rejuvenated and reinvented itself over centuries while remaining true to its aesthetic principles, influencing various forms of art and media.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this guide? A: Readers can expect to gain an overview of Gothic culture, its philosophical foundations, and its impact on multiple art forms and media.