"That is part of the beauty of all literature. ... Often, Gothic literature is steeped in dark and mysterious atmospheres, damsels in distress, and a solitary protagonist. ... The author is showing a part of romanticism by embracing nature and admiring its majestic allure. ... Romanticism plays a huge role in the novel, as does science fiction. ... This novel truly shows the beauty of literature and how creative one can be with it. ...

• Word Count: 861
• Approx Pages: 3
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Frankenstein remains one of the greatest examples of Gothic literature. ... The major characteristic of Romanticism that Mary Shelley uses is the examination of senses and inner feelings. ... Clearly you can see that Mary Shelley was successful in creating a Gothic novel that includes elements of Romanticism. ...

• Word Count: 817
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

As the period of American Romanticism emerged, so did a new breed of literature and writers with a style all their own. ... Having roots in French, German, and English literature, this was uncharted territory for rising American Romantic authors. Most notable for his contributions to this genre of literature was Edgar Allan Poe, who was indeed attracted to the exotic, otherworldly trappings of the Gothic. ... As Roderick shares his fantasy world with the narrator; his music, his literature, which deals with the extremes of human imagination; his art which is " bathed in a ghastly splendor" all...

• Word Count: 1147
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: Undergraduate