what does gothic literature examine
* Discuss the definition and specific traits of Gothic literature. * Examine specific themes typically found in Gothic works. * Discuss important works from this genre, which exemplify its themes and other traits. Discuss Mary Shelley and the society in which she lived. * Read and understand the Preface, letters, and chapters 1-12 of Frankenstein. * Connect the novel with your own personal experiences and/or reactions to its themes. * Determine which features of this novel make it fit the Gothic genre.