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Compare and Contrast how both stories use a Gothic Convention
Intro:
In the two gothic tales, “the red room” and “the tell tale heart”, there are various similarities and differences. Both were written in the Victorian era as at the time many people believed in such things as ghosts and curses. In this essay I will explore and identify the different ways that the author implies fear and suspense, linking to gothic conventions.
Both stories, “the red room” and “the tell tale heart”, use gothic conventions to create mystery and suspense. One gothic convention that they both draw on is overwrought emotions. For instance, this is evident in the red room. “I cried, with a queer high note getting into my voice somehow”. This quote clearly suggests that the character is feeling somewhat scared but also very nervous. The word ‘cried’ implies that the character is overwhelmed by his emotions. This is also shown in “the tell tale heart” when it says, “I could scarcely contain my feelings of triumph”. This quote indicates that he is too enthusiastic and eager to restrain his feelings. This also shows that he is proud of himself and clearly thinks that he has done the right thing. Also, while the speaker portrays his overwrought emotions, the reader’s emotions are slowly growing too, thus creating a tense atmosphere.
However while both stories use the same gothic convention, they are also different because in “the red room” the author uses curses, and the supernatural to create a spiritual ambience. For example, “...ages when omens and witches were credible, and ghosts beyond denying”. This symbolises the spiritual tone and element of the story. Whereas in “the tell tale heart” the author uses insanity and madness to produce a disturbing tale. This is visible in the quote, “Ha! Would a madman have been as wise as this?” This also may make the reader feel concerned for the mad character.
The Tell Tale Heart uses a range of gothic conventions to create a sense of mystery
Intro:
In the two gothic tales, “the red room” and “the tell tale heart”, there are various similarities and differences. Both were written in the Victorian era as at the time many people believed in such things as ghosts and curses. In this essay I will explore and identify the different ways that the author implies fear and suspense, linking to gothic conventions.
Both stories, “the red room” and “the tell tale heart”, use gothic conventions to create mystery and suspense. One gothic convention that they both draw on is overwrought emotions. For instance, this is evident in the red room. “I cried, with a queer high note getting into my voice somehow”. This quote clearly suggests that the character is feeling somewhat scared but also very nervous. The word ‘cried’ implies that the character is overwhelmed by his emotions. This is also shown in “the tell tale heart” when it says, “I could scarcely contain my feelings of triumph”. This quote indicates that he is too enthusiastic and eager to restrain his feelings. This also shows that he is proud of himself and clearly thinks that he has done the right thing. Also, while the speaker portrays his overwrought emotions, the reader’s emotions are slowly growing too, thus creating a tense atmosphere.
However while both stories use the same gothic convention, they are also different because in “the red room” the author uses curses, and the supernatural to create a spiritual ambience. For example, “...ages when omens and witches were credible, and ghosts beyond denying”. This symbolises the spiritual tone and element of the story. Whereas in “the tell tale heart” the author uses insanity and madness to produce a disturbing tale. This is visible in the quote, “Ha! Would a madman have been as wise as this?” This also may make the reader feel concerned for the mad character.
The Tell Tale Heart uses a range of gothic conventions to create a sense of mystery