Why are we still fascinated by Frankenstein and Dracula?
Step into the eerie world of Gothic fiction and explore how two of literature's most famous monsters emerged from the anxieties of a rapidly changing world. Through Frankenstein and Dracula, you'll examine how fears about science, technology, urbanization, disease, empire, and what it means to be human continue to shape our culture today. Based in London, you'll experience the city as both a classroom and a character, visiting locations connected to these iconic novels while exploring the darker side of Victorian Britain. From atmospheric streets and cemeteries to historic landmarks and literary sites, you'll discover how Gothic writers transformed real places into unforgettable landscapes of imagination and fear. Literature and Culture of London: London's Monsters is a May 2027 program open to all majors, with particular interest for students in English, History, Popular Culture, Communication, and the Humanities.