Gothic

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Authors: Robin Holt
DOI: 10.1017/9781009165839.001
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Abstract

Why Gothic sensibility and aesthetics matters for Ruskin as he prevails against the broken world warranted by laissez-faire economics. Ruskin, in his concept of ‘plague clouds’, is one of the first to locate what has become known as the Anthropocene. The chapter details the characteristics of Gothic, which will then frame the inquiry into craft work.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Gothic Literature and Media Analysis Historical Architecture and Urbanism Decadence Literature and Society

Publication details

Journal / source
Cambridge University Press eBooks
Pages
1–18
Publication date
27 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter