Gothic Fiction: Reading Frankenstein and Dracula

Categories: English, Key Stage 3
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About Course

A Key Stage 3 English course on Gothic fiction using short extracts from two public-domain classics, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Learn the conventions of the Gothic, how writers build atmosphere and tension, and how to write analytically – and creatively – in the Gothic style.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Identify the conventions of Gothic fiction Analyse how writers use setting, pathetic fallacy and language to create atmosphere Explore how character and narrative voice build tension Write an analytical paragraph and a short Gothic description of your own

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • What is Gothic fiction?
  • Frankenstein: creation and horror
  • Dracula: setting, character and tension
  • Writing about – and in – the Gothic

For grown-ups
Sources and further reading for parents, carers and teachers.

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