The Encyclopedia of the Gothic, 2 Volume Set 9781119064602 Paperback

THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE GOTHICWell written and interesting [it is] a testament to the breadth and depth of knowledge about its central subject among the more than 130 contributing writers, and also among the three editors, each of whom is a significant figure in the field of gothic studies A reference work thats firmly rooted in and actively devoted to expressing the current state of academic scholarship about its area.New York Journal of BooksA substantial achievement.Reference ReviewsComprehensive and wide-ranging,The Encyclopedia of the Gothicbrings together over 200 newly-commissioned essays by leading scholars writing on all aspects of the Gothic as it is currently taught and researched, along with challenging insights into the development of the genre and its impact on contemporary culture. The A-Z entries provide comprehensive coverage of relevant authors, national traditions, critical developments, and notable texts that continue to define, shape, and inform the genre. The volumes approach is truly interdisciplinary, with essays by specialist international contributors whose expertise extends beyond Gothic literature to film, music, drama, art, and architecture.From Angels and American Gothic to Wilde and Witchcraft,The Encyclopedia of the Gothicis the definitive reference guide to all aspects of this strange and wondrous genre.The Wiley-Blackwell Encyclopedia of Literatureis a comprehensive, scholarly, authoritative, and critical overview of literature and theory comprising individual titles covering key literary genres, periods, and sub-disciplines. Available both in print and online, this groundbreaking resource provides students, teachers, and researchers with cutting-edge scholarship in literature and literary studies.