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English author and pioneer of the Gothic novel (1764–1823)

Also known as: Ann Radcliffe, née Ward, Ann Ward, Ann Ward Radcliffe, Ann Ward, Mrs. Radcliffe, Anne Radcliffe, Anne Ward

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Matthew Gregory Lewis1775–1818
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Lurid Gothic novel of monastic corruption set in Catholic Spain, a direct counterpoint to Radcliffe's style. (AI reason)
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Clara Reeve1729–1807
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Early Gothic romance blending medieval settings with restrained, rationalized supernaturalism. (AI reason)
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Charles Maturin1782–1824
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Sentimental Gothic novels of imperiled heroines in gloomy abbeys and picturesque landscapes. (AI reason)
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Mary Shelley1797–1851
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Romantic-era Gothic fiction steeped in sublime landscapes and psychological dread. (AI reason)
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Eliza Parsons1739–1811
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Horrid-novel Gothic romances of mysterious castles and threatened virtue. (AI reason)
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Jane Austen1775–1817
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Northanger Abbey affectionately parodies Radcliffean Gothic romance and its readers. (AI reason)
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Charlotte Dacre1771–1825
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Passionate, transgressive Gothic novels set in Venice with dark heroines. (AI reason)
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Wilkie Collins1824–1889
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Suspenseful mysteries with imprisoned heroines and secrets explained rationally, echoing explained-supernatural technique. (AI reason)
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