Gothic
An Illustrated History
(Autor) Roger LuckhurstCrumbling 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
Roger Luckhurst
Roger Luckhurst is a renowned British literary critic and academic known for his work on horror fiction and the Gothic tradition. His most famous work, "The Mummy's Curse: The True History of a Dark Fantasy," explores the enduring cultural fascination with mummies in literature and film. Luckhurst's writing is characterized by meticulous research, insightful analysis, and a deep understanding of the macabre. His contributions to literature include shedding new light on the intersection of horror, history, and popular culture.