In this engaging study, James Twitchell examines the persistence and appeal of the horror genre in popular culture. Using a psychoanalytic approach to focus on three recurring stories--the tales of the vampire ( Dracula ), the hulk-with-no-name ( Frankenstein ), and the transformation monster ( The Wolfman , Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde )--Twitchell traces the development of horror from its origins in folklore to the modern "slasher" film.
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In this engaging study, James Twitchell examines the persistence and appeal of the horror genre in popular culture. Using a psychoanalytic approach to focus on three recurring stories--the tales of the vampire ( Dracula ), the hulk-with-no-name ( Frankenstein ), and the transformation monster ( The Wolfman , Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde )--Twitchell traces the development of horror from its origins in folklore to the modern "slasher" film.
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Good Condition. Dust jacket is fully intact, only lightly rubbed at edges. Pages are free from notes or highlighting. Sound overall. Publisher's note: Examines the phenomena that make our hair stand on end, their persistence in our culture, their manifestation in the arts, and our need for the frisson they provide. viii, 353 pp. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Literature & Literary; Arts, Modern--20th century; Horror in art; ISBN: 0195035666. ISBN/EAN: 9780195035667. Add. Inventory No: 240920GAY0163903.
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