Gothic Fiction & The Female Writer

We all know the fairytales of Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Little Red Riding Hood – but how many of us are familiar with the darker tale of Bluebeard, the notorious wife-killer?

First published in Charles Perrault’s Stories or Tales of Past Times (1697), Bluebeard has been retold and reinvented for centuries, leaving a lasting mark on literature and culture. In this talk, you’ll discover why this unsettling story has endured, and how it shaped some of the greatest works of Gothic fiction.

**Doors open at 6:30pm, last entry is 7pm and talk starts at 7.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!

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Dr Sarah Gamble is Associate Professor in English Literature at Swansea University. She’s a specialist in contemporary Gothic fiction and women’s writing, and has a particular expertise in the life and work of Angela Carter, on whom she’s written two monographs.

**This talk is 16+. All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult, and all under 25s may require government issued photo ID to gain entry.**

For accessibility requirements, please contact the venue with any accessibility requirements before booking. Spaces may be limited and will be sold on a first come first served basis.You can call: 0121 693 2248 (Mon-Fri 9.30am-6pm & Sat/Sun 12-6pm) or email info@glee.co.uk with your access requirements and the show you wish to see in order to make a booking. Disabled Access is available by lift.

Presented by Seed Talks

This is an 16+ event