MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

ENH235  1997 Spring – 2006 Summer II

Survey of Gothic Literature

1.

Trace the historical development of the genre. (I, III)

2.

Identify the common elements and characteristics of the genre. (I, II, III)

3.

Identify the psychological and literary techniques of the genre. (I, II, III)

4.

Identify, read, and analyze Edgar Allan Poe's literary theories, criticism, and techniques. (II)

5.

Trace Poe's influence on later Gothic literature. (II, III)

6.

Read and analyze literary works of the genre. (I, II, III)

7.

Identify literary, cultural, psychological, historical, and philosophical influences on the genre. (I, II, III)

8.

Identify the diverse cultural and ethnic streams of Gothic literature. (I, III)

9.

Read and analyze a Gothic literary work and communicate the results of the analysis in writing or orally. (I, II, III)

MCCCD Official Course Outline:

ENH235  1997 Spring – 2006 Summer II

Survey of Gothic Literature

I. Origins and Characteristics of Gothic Literature

A. Historical background and development of the genre

B. Common literary elements, characteristics, and psychological aspects

C. Common themes

D. Works and authors

II. Definition and Transformation of Gothic Literature

A. Edgar Allan Poe's transformation of the Gothic genre

1. Literary theories, techniques, and criticism

2. Poe's influence on later Gothic works

B. Changes in Gothic literature

1. New subjects and themes

2. New literary elements, characteristics, and psychological aspects

III. Growth and Development of Gothic Literature

A. 19th Century works and authors

B. 20th Century works and authors