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Pill Pod 149 - Gothic Horror: Edgar Allen Poe & The Fall of The House of Usher

PlasticPills - Philosophy & Critical Theory Podcast

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Origins and Influences of Gothic Fiction

This chapter explores the origins and social conditions that led to the emergence of Gothic horror literature, discussing its connection to romanticism, urbanization, and the growing interest in the supernatural and medieval history. It also delves into the relationship between Gothic fiction and Gothic architecture, highlighting the mysterious and boundary-blurring elements found within these narratives.

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