Place, Race, and Gender in New England Gothic Literature

We invite you to join us for this three-week institute that will examine the abiding cultural influence of the Puritans on New England Gothic Literature, with a particular focus on horror.  Participants in this institute will explore this topic through the lenses of place, race, and gender and how accounting for these socio-cultural factors can enrich the learning experiences of their students, as well as provide ways to link early American history to contemporary discourses about American identity.

If you are a college professor with an interest in the social, historical, and/or religious undercurrents of American literature, especially the cultural influence of New England on gothic fiction, consider joining us this June.  This website provides essential information about the institute, but please do not hesitate to contact us with questions.

Warmly,
Wendy Galgan and Chris Fuller