Gothic Returns in Collins, Dickens, Zola, and Hitchcock

Discover the intriguing exploration of gothic themes in Victorian fiction with Gothic Returns in Collins, Dickens, Zola, and Hitchcock. Published by Palgrave USA in 2006, this captivating hardback spans 198 pages and delves into the intricacies of contained and repressed desires within characters and narratives. The book offers a fresh perspective on how these suppressed elements manifest as obsession, fetishism, and displacement. By examining the evolution of the gothic from literature to cinema, including a detailed analysis of Hitchcock's iconic film Vertigo, this work presents a novel account of the internalization of gothic motifs. Perfect for readers interested in literary analysis, film studies, and the intersection of genres, this title is a must-have for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of gothic literature and its lasting impact.