Knowing fear

Knowing fear: science, knowledge and the development of the horror genre
Jason Colavito,
Publisher: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2008.
ISBN: 078643273X   ISBN13: 9780786432738   DDC: 809.9164   LCC: PN56   Edition: (softcover : alk. paper)

Summary:

"The text first outlines a loose framework defining several distinct
periods in horror development, then explores each period sequentially
by looking at the scientific and cultural background of the period,
its expression in horror literature, and its expression in horror
visual and performing arts"--Provided by publisher.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 435-445) and index.

Classification:

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Dewey Class: 809.9164 -- Literary history & criticism
LCC Number: PN56

Book Details:

Language: eng
Physical Description: vi, 458 p. : ill., map ; 23 cm.
Edition Info: (softcover : alk. paper)

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