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Gothic,
Alternative terms: Gothic novel, Gothic narrative

A type of fiction that arose in the eighteenth century.

Usually it was charactarised by horror, the supernatural, violence, and medieval elements. Most times, a castle, usually dark and gloomy, was also featured.

Other common Gothic features often include insanity, ghosts and spirits, and deep, dark family secrets.




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