Gothic Literature

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Across
  1. 4. A gloomy, bleak moor is an example of this kind of landscape
  2. 6. The Gothic genre originated during this literary period
  3. 8. A conflicted, brooding type of hero with a troubled past
  4. 9. Female character who uses charm and beauty to manipulate others
  5. 10. Gothic writing often explores this psychological state involving fear and irrational desires
  6. 11. Antagonist threatening the protagonist
  7. 14. A character type that struggles with inner evil or animalistic impulses
  8. 15. Eerie weather in Gothic settings
  9. 16. A supernatural type of character such as a ghost or vampire
  10. 17. Famous American author known for macabre and mysterious short stories
  11. 21. Victorian author of "Dracula"
  12. 22. Powerful, domineering antagonists
  13. 24. Haunted building often found in Gothic stories
  14. 25. Ornate architectural style inspiring the genre
  15. 26. Bleak landscapes typical in Gothic fiction
  16. 28. Protagonist in a Gothic story
  17. 29. Supernatural entity haunting characters
  18. 30. Mysterious element creating atmosphere
  19. 31. First Gothic novel's castle setting
Down
  1. 1. Labyrinth or confusing space
  2. 2. Physical breakdown found in settings
  3. 3. A female character who is vulnerable and requires rescue (often in "distress")
  4. 5. The genre reflects anxieties about these societal roles, especially for women
  5. 7. Sadness often present in Gothic works
  6. 12. Iconic Gothic novel by Mary Shelley
  7. 13. Hidden _________ often found in castles
  8. 18. Struggle between good and evil within characters
  9. 19. Dark, abandoned buildings often haunted, common Gothic setting
  10. 20. Threatening weather creating suspense
  11. 23. Author famous for macabre short stories
  12. 26. This kind of setting is often isolated and remote
  13. 27. Literary device involving prophetic dreams or curses to indicate future events