8 Aspects of GOTHIC BOOKS
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- čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
- What are Gothic books? Most of us have read one but how is a Gothic book defined?
In this classic literature video we look at 8 features of gothic literature.
Watch until the end to see a reading of an improvised introduction to a gothic book.
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Such a pleasant, polished reading voice. You may very well be the most eloquent, articulate presence on BookTube. Your perspective & knowledge educates us. We need it. Thank you.
Wow, thank you David! I am at a loss for what to say in response. I hope that you receive a generous inheritance from a long lost billionaire relative.😀 Your knowledge and perspective are probably greater than mine but thank you for the compliment. Do you have any favourite author's, genres etc?
As someone who is currently writing a gothic romance novel, I'm super excited to see videos like this. It's hard to find many videos breaking down the gothic genre so thoroughly.
Wow this is so well-written! I’m an English major and you teach so much better than my professors!!
Thanks Tessa!!! That's really kind of you to say. Appreciate you so much. 😃
definitely better than mine were!
And that is why we love gothic literature so much.... It's not disgusting, but wonderfully disturbing at times... Even adults can scare themselves silly and enjoy it.
Love the thorough walk thru.
Just had to say, your story example at the end was phenomenal, both in how it was written and how it was read. You may not have known where the story was going when you wrote it, but I could easily see where an entire novel would grow out of that.
The hotel in The Shining is a great example of "The Castle"
You’re not just an amazing educator but a storyteller and writer too! Subbed 🎉
Wow, thank you! I hope that you win the lottery 😀
@@tristanandtheclassics6538 likewise 😃
I thoroughly enjoyed this video. I can now positively identify a gothic work. And your story was very intriguing! Thank you🫣👻
Currently reading Frankenstein for my AP Lit course, and it’s my first gothic novel, so this video helped me a lot in my analysis of the book!
This channel is what I was looking for on youtube
What a great reading voice! Your well written piece definitely falls in line with all the Gothic aspects! Thank you for providing this well put together video on Gothic literature!
Thank you so much Chris! You are lovely. Sorry for not replying sooner. Life is so busy. I am super appreciative of you taking the time to watch and comment though.😀👍
Wow. I wish I could have had a teacher like you in high school. It would have been so much fun!
I seriously wish this could have gone on and on for hours! When you read that story, you brought the characters to life. Having a British person read with such great accents made the story so much more interesting! As an American I can’t really imagine too many British accents and their subtleties, but you made it so amazing :) definitely subscribing!
I finished Bitter Orange by Claire Fuller yesterday and can't stop thinking about the ways it made me feel. It reminded my of Rebecca (my very first gothic novel)(Bitter Orange being my second) which I also absolutely devoured. I can't wait to endulge myself in gothic lit and discover plenty of new stories that I never payed attention to before. I love love love finding new genres to immerse into; it's almost like entering a utter new universe with so many things to explore. This video was highly informative for me as a newbie! Those 27 minutes went by too fast
(I apologise in advance for language mistakes 💀 English isn't my first)
Your explanation of gothic books/novels have definitely peaked my interest. And your surprise was fabulous! That story-opening definitely drew me in. I feel like I want to know more!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Wow! This channel is growing by leaps and bounds. So encouraging. People still read after all. ❤ I just finished The Woman in White and Frankenstein because of your recommendations. It was absolutely wonderful. I wish this had been around when I was majoring in literature as an undergrad. Excellent teaching --elegant, concise, fun.
Man I'm loving the way you explain gothic literature.
Thank you so much Neveen. Sorry for delayed response. I appreciate your taking the time to comment it means a lot.❤😀
I loved this particular video so much, because like so many others I adore Gothic novels or stories. I have read "The Castle of Otranto", but wasn't remotely as scared by it as I was when I first tried to read "Wuthering Heights". I was still at school and the mere idea of the tapping at the window - I don't think I've ever read a more terrifying opening to a novel. I was never as scared when reading "Jane Eyre" because she's such a strong character that I thought she'd survive no matter what. And I adored "Dracula" from first reading, because I think it's so sexy, in contrast to "Frankenstein" which is heart breaking. I was so interested and glad that you agree Daphne du Maurier is a Gothic writer, because whilst that's easier to see in "Rebecca", I find it fascinating that "Don't Look Now" was originally one of her short stories, and my God you can hardly get more Gothic than that. Your videos are so accessible they're an absolute joy; thank you so much.
It's surely an interesting video, keep on posting these videos.
Great video. I’ve only just started to write gothic/cosmic horror shorts/novellas and this really helps and was surprised to find that I had all 8 (nine if you included the twins), so I must be doing something right 🙂
Thanks so much, and if you ever finish The Castle Classic, I’ll buy a copy (must watch The Lighthouse by the brothers Eggers on repeat until then!)
I never knew my favorite books I had read as a teen were gothic literature.
I've just recently returned to searching and learning about gothic subculture, and the literature is one of the aspects I enjoy the most.
Thank you for this well put out video, it's one of the most informative I've seen when about the topic.
This is an absolutely amazing video, not once did I check the time stamp, and I easily get bored! Thank you for this video :)
I'm so glad! Thanks for letting me know.
I love your story beginning! The humour is amazing as well!
I thoroughly enjoyed the entire video!
super clear, thank you !
I loved the beginning of the story/book that you wrote. I would totally want to read more!
Absolutely marvelous on all counts! Thanks!
an exceptional video! easy to follow along and very pleasant to listen to, keep it up good man :)
I love hearing how Romanticism is a response to the Enlightenment. Makes a lot of sense.
Thank you for the great content! Very thought provoking and informational, much appreciated!
Thank you so much for this. What an excellent lesson!
Loved this so much! Loved your story!
Loved your story! Hope you finish it. :) Good video!
Amazing, on point, super helpful.
Thank you for sharing.
I'm so grateful for your video. It's fascinating how easily you can summarize all the most important features of such a complex genre. It was well explained and engaging, you're such a great mind and person, thank you very much for your content. Besides, you're a great reader and writer. ❤ (I've just subscribed to your channel)
Loved this! Your way of explaining is very understanable and smooth and that story at the end was fun!
this is trurly awesome! So many knowledge in such easy form. Thank you so much!
Excellent video! Thank you :)
So clear and comprehensive it becomes enlightening - Thank you so much!
That is some very impressive gothic writing there! Thank you for such an entertaining tutorial!
Excellent explanatory video. Thank you 🙏
That story you wrote was lovely. Great beginning of a gothic story.
You explain things so well. Very vivid. Thank you.
Thank you so much for this Video. Your Story was quite good, I became invested in it... hahah. Thanks so much
Its so hard to find resources in french on gothic litterature. I am very glad I found this video and your channel. Thank you 😊
What an excellent video! This has far exceeded my expectations. I'm thoroughly entertained and informed.
Thank you so much for this lecture. It was the first, I have watched, that did a great job explaining Gothic literature by breaking it down to understandable pieces. Thanks.
Loved your story!
I'm catching up on older videos.
Thank you for the background and history. I've always been curious. I think of Gothic and I do think of cold and darkness and storms and old castles and windswept hills. Love it!
Just discovered your videos, love them! This was really informative and perfect content for a lover of the classics. To me, this screams Phantom of the Opera - I think that book ticked almost every box! Also loved your video on Great Expectations which I read recently. The deeper analysis was so interesting. Thank you for the time you put into this great content. Looking forward to watching more of your videos on my reading journey!🙂
Whatho Zoe! Sorry for my late response, I get behind then struggle to catch up.
You are spot on with the Phantom, it's like a double espresso of gothic straight down the throat. Did you know that Leroux wrote that book in something like two weeks!!!
I'm pleased you enjoyed the Great Expectations vid. As a lover of classics I can't wait to hear your opinions. Please share.
Really enjoying your videos, thanks for the in-depth discussions you provide!
Glad you like them, that really encourages me. Thanks so much for your support. Sorry if I cannot reply sooner. Just know that I appreciate your support Tim.
Awesome video, thank you! Your writing is great! I loved your story, and on top of that, it illustrated the characteristics of gothic fiction perfectly :)
Great video!!! Now i want to know what happens in castle classic!
What a great story. I’d sure love a full book. Gothic literature is my favorite. I also think you’d be fantastic at audio book narration. Happy holidays!
This is my first time seeing your video, and I’ve learn so much and my interest into gothic literature has grown more. Thank you so much and I’m definitely subscribing 😃
Oh thanks for subscribing ☺ I'm pleased the video was beneficial to you. Thank you for taking the time to comment. It really means a lot.😃👍
Thanks loads for this video. The examples were very very helpful. I could've listended to your own story for ages! I had to pause for a moment though to appreciate your comparison of disappearing fog and someone coughing in a pan. Brilliant. Can't get over it :)
Thank you so much Marina! I'm so sorry that I didn't respond to your kind comment sooner. As I've been letting others know, I have just found a whole bunch of unanswered comments in my youtube panel. Please forgive me.
Thank you for your video!
oh my, I can't believe how underrated you are when all of these videos are such good-quality and fun to watch. keep up with the good work please, I hope you grow so much more!
Thank you so much! That is so kind of you, I really appreciate it.
I adore Rear Window.
Your piece is great! It’s written very precisely within the norms and conventions of Gothic novels. Good work, and lots of fun!
Thank you so much Gail! The Rear Window is just great. Remember being scared stiff watching it as a youngster.
How timely. Just yesterday I picked up a copy of The Castle of Otranto. I had to write a paper on it years ago in college, so I thought I should finally get around to actually reading it.
❤📚 I love Gothic literature. I very much enjoyed your story and narrative!!
Thank you! And thanks for sharing the beginning of your own gothic story.
You are welcome. I'm pleased you liked the story.
you explain things so wonderfully!
Thank you. That is remarkably generous and a kind of you. 😀❤️
Very awsome job.!!!!!!!
This was fascinating! Your voice is so smooth and pleasant to listen to. I learned a lot from this, so thank you for putting together this amazingly educational video and for doing it so eloquently.
Thank you so very much. That was really kind of you. Pleased the video was worth your time and was informative. Have a great day.😃❤
Absolutely brilliant video! Thankyou so much
Thank you MV. 😊 pleased you enjoyed it.
Well done! The reading was wonderful!!
Oh, I say, that's jolly decent of you to say. Thank you so much. 😀
Really enjoyed this and will be watching more thank you
Thanks so much, Cal. And thanks for taking the time to comment, I appreciate it.
i love how you explained all that, massive thank you
I'm so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you for being so kind as to comment. I truly appreciate it 🙏 😀
Amazing video. I’m so glad I discovered your channel through this. 😊
Thank you so much Leinah. So pleased to make your acquaintance. 🤗
Loved this video, thank you. 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you so much.
This was such a great video essay!! Thank you!🤗
So glad you enjoyed it 😀
This video was such a joy to watch; Thank you for the example, it made it so much easier for me to understand the aspects you described.
So pleased you enjoyed it ☺️
This is really great. I had to write so many papers on the sublime during university. First in Gothic lit, and a few in philosophy courses. Oh! That story at the end! Nailed it. It actually made me miss the Gothic lit classes haha. You should keep it going! Haha
Thanks so much. You should do a video on the sublime, I bet it would be amazing. I'm not sure I could stomach writing essays on the topic.😀
The story was a fun exercise. No idea where it was headed though.
Hello😊! Brilliant writing !! I hope it develops into a good novel in the near future. Excellent video😊😊😊😊
Oh my goodness, Tristan, that story you shared at the end was indeed a very special treat! I know you said it was just a little something you whipped up by way of example, but I would love to read more. Perhaps you'll be inspired to continue the story? If not a full novelization, then perhaps you could share it in installments (like Dickens' stories in the newspaper), where you read a bit more at the end of each video?
If you continue that book you wrote in the fly, I'll read it!! I was loving it!!
Thanks 😊 I had no idea where that story was going 🤣 FUN exercise though.
Awesome Video
I Loooooved the last bit. Mr. Tristan, you sir, have a flair for drama. Very enjoyable, I would have loved to hear more of the story you made. Thank you for sharing that with us. Also I am currently reading Jane Eyre, so this video came at the right time. Your knowledge regarding the gothic genre has enlightened me further. Please continue to share your insights with us, thanks you and have a Great day!
Aw thanks Jade. I would love to have given you more of the story but I had no idea where it was going myself.😀 Let me know your thoughts on Jane Eyre. I will be covering it too in a video soon, I hope.
@@tristanandtheclassics6538 , I finished Jane Eyre yesterday. It was quite a ride. I enjoyed it and I had no scruples about the ending. I have so much thoughts and feelings about this book, especially about actions and the chain of reactions that ensues. I enjoyed reading about the characters and their struggles on how to go about life (and its ever changing tides and consequences) . I can't wait for your in depth review of Jane Eyre!
Another really interesting video on classic literature. The elements which identify the classic Gothic genre are well portrayed here. I personally love to read Gothic literature - particularly the classics - and enjoy analysing the psyche of the Byronic heros such as Heathcliffe from Wuthering Heights; his nature and relationship with the people around him is so complex. There are some great contemporary works which envelope the Gothic identity, but give me the classics anyday! Your videos are so well thought out. Thank you.
Thank you Audrey. Gothic literature in the Classics has a different feel to more modern elements, I agree. I think the genre benefits from the more descriptive prose of the 19th century than the more streamlined narration of today.😀
Yes, you hit the nail on the head!@@tristanandtheclassics6538
super video. many thanks
You are welcome Fiona. Pleased you enjoyed it 😀
Love this. Subscribed
Thanks 😊 So pleased you enjoyed it.
Excellent gothic ending! Clever you are.
love the video, your voice and how you explain! excellent literature class
Thank you so much, Yeunie. That means a lot.☺
@@tristanandtheclassics6538 please keep posting! your videos are so comforting! I graduated in literature in 2020 and since then I'm searching for good videos on the subject because I'm a nerd and I miss my classes, I'm happy I found your channel! thank you so much for the hard work.
Holy moly, that was just an awesome story. I would totally read this if it was a full book! Thanks so much for explaining and giving an example! L😊
Thank you, Suna, that's so kind of you. 😀👍❤️
I really liked this! So informative!
I even took notes lol
That's great! So thrilled that you left this comment.
Im working on a sort of vibtage ghothic, set in 1960s america. The castle isnt a castle but a car dealership
I've just stumbled across your channel because I'm doing a bit of cursory research for my thesis, and this video is lovely ! You are concise and eloquent; it feels like i'm in a proper English lecture
Omg and I was absolutely captivated by your story at the end ! you should look into narrating audiobooks :)
I'm so glad! Thank you for taking the time to comment and be so kind.
New subscriber here! I have always loved the gothic, ever since I read The Monkey's Paw by EAP as a kid and scared myself silly, also watching this video on a cold, windy and rainy day here in Australia...perfect gothic weather ⛈
Welcome aboard! So pleased to make your acquaintance Minh.
Had to watch this for class. Thank you for making it interesting and teaching me.
Hey Joe! Pleased to make class a little more tolerable for you😃👍
May I ask, when you said you had to watch this for class, did you mean that you were specifically told to watch this video, or just watch anything on gothic literature?
Just curious😃
@@tristanandtheclassics6538 my teacher picked this video on Gothic literature after she looked at a couple other on her own. She liked yours and we watched it.
@@joefranks557 Oh I say, that is jolly decent of her! Please be sure to give her my thanks. And thank you, Joe, for taking the time to comment and reply. I truly appreciate it.😃👍
thank you so much that helped me a lot , btw you have one of the best reading voices i have ever heard .
if you ever did an audiobook please let me know .i will be your first supporter . thank you again
Pleased you found it useful Lina. As thank you for the lovely compliment. I hope to do a bit more audio narration again soon.😃
Your writing was great!
Wow Tristan. You wrote that just off the top of your head? You got me hooked. I now want to hear the rest of the story. 😀
Thank you Scot. Sorry for a late response, I've just found a whole bunch of unanswered comments in my youtube panel. Please forgive me.
How about the brooding anti-hero? The Turn of the Screw by Henry James fits the supernatural aspect. I looked up and read about Edward Bulwer-Lytton's Paul Clifford, but it was classed as a crime novel, but it seems similar to Dr. Jeckyl and Mr. Hyde, "It was a dark and stormy night." Thanks for the treat, a very enjoyable video. I love your delight in your subject, it is a joy to watch. You are a fine teacher.
Thank you SuS. I love hearing from you. You are so upbeat and generous. Broadly speaking, all crime novels involving any suspense mystery are offspring of the Gothic genre. The elements are essentially the same. Basements, alleyways between apartment buildings, cities at night, are very gothic in essence. Dead bodies tend to turn up in swamps, rivers, garbage tips etc (all very wild.)
Today, the split from crime and gothic is, from my own observation, the supernatural, whether that be actual paranormal or the hideous outworkings of science.
Mt copy of the Oxford Book of Gothic Tales ( Oxford Press, 1993) has given me hours of enjoyment.
Now I really want to hear the rest of that story.
THANK YOU for highlighting Wuthering Heights so much. I feel it's ALWAYS overshadowed by other Gothic works ... and her own sisters' works.
I totally agree!
Fascinating video! I’ve watched and rewatched several times over. I’ve been wanting to try my hand at writing a gothic novel, but before I start, I want to read every classic gothic novel I can find so I can familiarize myself with all the themes, plots, and characters that make up the gothic genre. Of the ones I’ve read so far, I think my favourites would be Jekyll and Hyde, Dracula, a Christmas Carol (I know it’s not usually classed as a gothic story, but some critics see gothic themes in it), Frankenstein, The Monk, and Dorian Gray. I’m wondering what you would list as your top favourite Gothic works?
Hi Jared. I'm so sorry that i haven't responded sooner. For some reason I've only just had your comment appear in my youtube panel.
Love that you are wanting to write a gothic novel. I've recently made a video featuring a selection of gothic novels. However, two classic writers I would highly recommend are Daphne du Maurier and Wilkie Collins. A particular book of interest would be du Maurier's The Scapegoat. Jamaica Inn and Rebecca are more famous, but the Scapegoat has different nuances. It's also important to check out modern gothic too,. Harlen Coben is a great developer of tense plots.
Tristan, when are you going to finish that book! I love your videos and only having found you a little while ago I am binge watching. And reading and reading ......