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      Gothic Literature

      A genre of writing that explores dark themes, the supernatural, and intense emotions. It often features crumbling castles, haunted houses, and other decaying settings.

      Characteristics:

      • Setting: Gloomy, decaying settings like castles, haunted houses, and isolated estates
      • Themes: Fear, horror, death, gloom, romance, nature, individuality, and high emotion
      • Supernatural elements: Ghosts, vampires, zombies, giants, curses, and prophecies
      • Narrative devices: Startling and melodramatic
      • Atmosphere: Exoticism, mystery, fear, and dread