Work on the Gothic

To all Year 13 English Literature students:

In case of inclement weather could you please complete the following:

1. Presentation on Frankenstein - please complete

2. Read 'Dr Faustus' - research the text

3. Essay questions taken from the January 2010 paper:

• To what extent do you agree with the view that in Frankenstein, Mary Shelley is exploring 'the dark side of the human psyche?'
• To what extent do you think gothic literature is characterised by a fascination with death?
• 'Gothic settings are desolate, alienating and full of menace.' In the light of this comment, consider some of the ways in which writers use settings in the gothic texts you have read.
• Consider the view that gothic writing often explores the powerlessness of humanity when faced with the power of the supernatural.

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