Embryology and the Rise of the Gothic Novel

Embryology and the Rise of the Gothic Novel

Embryology and the Rise of the Gothic Novel by Diana Pérez Edelman brings together two fascinating fields—literature and medicine. The book explores how embryology and reproductive sciences shaped the Gothic imagination during the eighteenth and nineteenth century. Through the works of Horace Walpole, Ann Radcliffe, Mary Shelley, Charles Robert Maturin, and James Hogg, readers discover how concepts like preformation, epigenesis, and mysteries of reproduction influenced gothic literature and the broader scientific community of the time.

With detailed analysis, it connects embryological concepts to identity, monstrosity, and narration, highlighting the intersection of cultural history, scientific discourse, and literary creativity. It is not only a contribution to gothic studies but also a valuable academic resource for students of developmental biology, anatomy, physiology, and medical humanities.

Key Benefits

• Provides a unique perspective on the relationship between embryology, reproductive sciences, and gothic literature.
• Explains how preformation, epigenesis, and embryological concepts shaped the gothic novel.
• Features detailed discussions on classic works including The Castle of Otranto, A Sicilian Romance, The Italian, The Mysteries of Udolpho, Frankenstein, Melmoth the Wanderer, and Confessions of a Justified Sinner.
• Offers insights into historical context, cultural history, and interdisciplinary study linking literature and medicine.
• Serves as an essential reference book for university libraries, postgraduate training, and academic research.
• Ideal study material for students interested in abnormal development, congenital anomalies, teratology, and birth defects within a historical framework.

Price in Pakistan

The book is available at an affordable rate for local students and researchers.
Prices may vary by format: 450 PKR for the black and white edition and 800 PKR for the matt paper edition.

Availability

Readers in Pakistan can easily access Embryology and the Rise of the Gothic Novel through Books N Beyond and other medical books shop outlets. Orders can be placed online with secure payment options, cash on delivery, and home delivery across Pakistan. International delivery is also supported, making it accessible for overseas students and libraries. Customers may also find discount offers during seasonal sales.