The Art of the Gothic · Autumn Term 1

The Gothic Hero and Villain

Examining the archetypes of the brooding protagonist and the supernatural or human antagonist.

Key Questions

  1. 1What distinguishes a tragic hero from a traditional villain in Gothic literature?
  2. 2How do authors use dialogue to reveal the moral ambiguity of their characters?
  3. 3In what ways do Gothic villains represent the hidden fears of the society they were written in?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: English - Reading and Literary Analysis
Year: Year 8
Subject: English
Unit: The Art of the Gothic
Period: Autumn Term 1

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