Supernatural Literature

Introduction (150 words)

The claim that supernatural literature is ultimately the literature of the subaltern is multidimensional, validating the need for analysis and examination. Firstly, it must be understood what the genre supernatural literature is, and the traditional elements its narrative involves . Secondly, the validity of the claim that this genre is for the subaltern will be justified with reference to The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson. Thirdly, it must be examined the extend that this text appeals to a wider audience, including an analysis of the appeal to academics. Fourthly, with reference to A Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin, the claim that supernatural literature is for the preponderance will be explored. Lastly, A Game of Thrones will bring into question if the genre it resides has reason to appeals to academia. Consequently, supernatural literature as a genre will be explored with an analyse of its target audience.

Paragraph 1: what is supernatural literature?

Firstly, it is important to understand what supernatural literature is. According to the Oxford dictionary, the supernatural is defined as “a manifestation or event attributed to some force beyond scientific understanding or the laws of nature” such as ghosts (2014). According to Jackson, supernatural literature in many ways is seductive to its readers as it contains many escapist qualities which include the attraction of fear, transgressions and disturbing imagines which many readers find pleasure in imagining (Jackson 1981, p9). Additionally supernatural literature is appealing as it challenges our thoughts of the world as we know it, making the impossible seem plausible with socio, cultural and political ...

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