Catholicism In Gothic Fiction: A Study Of The Nature And Function Of Catholic Materials In Gothic Fiction In England 1762-1820 - Paperback

Catholicism in Gothic Fiction: A Study of the Nature and Function of Catholic Materials in Gothic Fiction in England 1762-1820 is a scholarly work by Mary Muriel Tarr. The book explores the role of Catholicism in Gothic fiction during a specific time period in England. Tarr analyzes the use of Catholic themes, motifs, and symbols in Gothic literature, and examines how these elements were used to create a sense of terror and suspense. The book also delves into the historical and cultural context of the time period, exploring the relationship between Catholicism and the Gothic genre. Tarr's analysis is based on a close reading of a wide range of Gothic texts, including novels, short stories, and plays. Overall, Catholicism in Gothic Fiction provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the role of Catholicism in the development of the Gothic genre in England during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.