From vampires to ghosts, these frightening stories have influenced fiction writers since the 18th century. This course will focus on the major themes found in Gothic literature and demonstrate how the core writing drivers produce, for the reader, a thrilling psychological environment. Terror versus horror, the influence of the supernatural, and descriptions of the difference between good and evil are just a few of the themes presented. By the time students have completed this course, they will have gained an understanding of and an appreciation for the complex nature of dark fiction.
Unit 1
Lesson 1: Gothica
Lesson 2: Frankenstein
Lesson 3: Frankenstein
Lesson 4: Jekyll and Hyde
Midterm
Unit 2
Lesson 5: Gothic Poetry
Lesson 6: Dracula
Lesson 7: Dracula
Lesson 8: Edgar Allan Poe
Final Exam
* This course requires you to prove your ability to adhere to the expectations of HHSO prior to being enrolled into it. Therefore, coach approval is required.