This research investigates the use and role of artistic details in Gothic literature, especially in Stephen King’s modern Gothic works. The study looks at how descriptive details help build atmosphere, develop characters, and convey themes in Gothic stories. By comparing classical Gothic texts with King’s novels, this paper shows how artistic details are key tools for evoking psychological terror, depicting supernatural elements, and capturing the reader’s attention. The research uses close reading and textual analysis to explore how Gothic literary techniques have evolved from traditional authors to modern writers like Stephen King.  

Gothic literature features, artistic details, Stephen King

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