From the outset, I knew I wanted my EPQ to focus on Gothic literature. My first proposed titles all centred around the topic, however, it was the final suggestion that set me on track to focus on female representation.
My first aspect of research focused on the Byronic hero: a dark, mysterious, often morally-grey character. Examples include: Mr Rochester from Jane Eyre, Heathcliff from Wuthering Heights and Mr Darcy from Pride and Prejudice. I soon realised that these characters, so commonly seen in Gothic literature were all male.
I then proceeded to research the lesser-known concept of the Byronic heroine. I soon found that there was not a lot of information on this topic, so I increased the scope of my research to encompass all attributes of women in Gothic literature.
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