Grotesque Gothic: Short Stories Winter Camp (Poe, Faulkner, Irving)
Tassie Bauman Smith
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We will read three short stories from famous American Gothic writers (Poe, Faulkner, and Irving) and discuss the plot, the elements of the Gothic genre, and the works' effects on later literature. #academic
Class experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Intermediate Level
Gothic literature, earlier than both its descendants Science Fiction and Horror, has a long history with the dark side of humanity. Come and join me to read three great short stories from American Gothic literature and learn more about their authors. Day 1: Students should read “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Washington Irving before coming to class. In class we will learn about Irving’s life and his place in American literature. We will discuss the structure of the story, the elements...
Students will learn the elements of Gothic literature, understand its influence on American literature, and increase their awareness of the authors we are studying.
Homework Offered
The reading for this class is challenging. Students will need to read 3 short stories in a week. The links to download the PDFs are in the class description so students can start the reading right away. Depending on reading level/speed students will need less than an hour to read the first and last story. The middle story is longer and can be read in perhaps an hour and a half.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
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Grades Offered
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
This class on Gothic literature covers topics that are disturbing. The stories include death, epidemics, murder, poisoning, a supernatural headless ghost, the post-Civil War South, and sleeping by the dead. If you are concerned about any of these pieces of classic literature, please preview the stories (links provided in the class descriptions). And feel free to contact me through Outschool. I am happy to provide more information about how these topics will be covered in class. You know your learner best!
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(388)
I teach all kinds of English classes including writing, grammar, literature, and ESL. I am an avid reader of fiction and non-fiction especially poetry, science fiction, and fantasy. I have been teaching for more than 10 years. I taught English...
Group Class
$50
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
55 min
Completed by 64 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
2-9 learners per class
