HON-298G Honors Colloquium: Gothic Literature & Horror Film

An exploration of the Gothic novel from its origins to the current cultural movement, and its evolution into horror film.  The course will examine how "classic" Gothic devices and conventions were employed by such authors as Shelley, Poe, Stevenson, Stoker, and King, and how those conventions developed in film throughout the twentieth century.  This colloquium will include literary, historical, psychological and sociological approaches to "horror". Admission in Berkshire Honors Scholar program required.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Skills: ENG 020 & ENG 090. (Required, Previous). | Recommended: 6 credits of Composition (Recommended, Previous).

Year Cycle

N

Semester Cycle

AN

Course Types

HU

Transfer Status

HUTR