Gothic effigy

<p><i>Gothic effigy</i> brings together for the first time the multifarious visual motifs and media associated with Gothic many of which have never received serious study before. This guide is the most comprehensive work in its field a study aid that draws links between a considerable array of Gothic visual works and artifacts from the work of Salvator Rosa and the first illustrations of Gothic Blue Books to the latest Gothic painters and graphic artists. Currently popular areas such as Gothic fashion gaming T.V. and film are considered as well as the ghostly images of magic lantern shows.<br><br> This groundbreaking study will serve as an invaluable reference and research book. In its wide range and closely detailed descriptions it will be very attractive for students academics collectors fans of popular Gothic culture and general readers.</p>