Gothic

Name: Gothic
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9780500252512
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An Illustrated History

By Roger Luckhurst

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Gothic by Roger Luckhurst delves into the rich cultural and historical evolution of the Gothic tradition. The book explores how Gothic themes have permeated literature, architecture, and society, influencing a broad range of artistic expressions. Luckhurst examines key milestones from its origins in the eighteenth century to its pervasive presence in contemporary culture.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the evolution of the gothic genre throughout history. It offers an intriguing exploration of gothic architecture, literature, and culture, alongside its influence on society and the military, making it a compelling read for history and military enthusiasts.

Gothic

The story of the Gothic, from early architecture and literature to the modern horror genre, illustrated by the beautiful, the macabre and the strange.

The story of the Gothic, from early architecture and literature to the modern horror genre, illustrated by the beautiful, the macabre and the strange

Description

Crumbling ruins, undead fiends, dark alleys and forests teeming with horrors seen and unseen: the tendrils of the Gothic have crept out of the architecture of churches, mosques and grand houses and into suburban malls, overcrowded cities, the deserted corners of the world and beyond, taking the shape of monsters from Beowulf to Gojira, Cthulhu or the wendigo to our own terrifying, warped reflections.

Across time, form and media, this book traces the weaving path of the Gothic from the shadows of history to the very heart of popular culture today.

With over 350 illustrations

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Gothic by Roger Luckhurst receives praise for its vivid and rich treatment of the genre, with the text bristling with detail and dark pull-quotes. Reviewers commend it as a compelling read that balances granular detail with liveliness and charm. The book is noted for its beautiful prose, comprehensive scope, and plentiful, arresting images, making it both a visual delight and an erudite overview.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500252512

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 180.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 1290g

Pages: 288

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History & Military Non-Fiction Roger Luckhurst

About the Author

Roger Luckhurst is the author of The Invention of Telepathy, 1870-1901 (2002), The Mummy's Curse: The True History of a Dark Fantasy (2012), and Zombies: A Cultural History (2015), and has edited several classic Gothic novels by Bram Stoker, Robert Louis Stevenson and H. P. Lovecraft. He is the Geoffrey Tillotson Professor of Nineteenth Century Studies at Birkbeck College, University of London.

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