1. Introduction 1.1 Background of Gothic Romance 1.2 Definition of Lovesickness 1.3 Purpose and Scope of Study 2. Historical Context of Lovesickness 2.1 Medieval Notions of Passion 2.2 Transition to Gothic Literature 2.3 Evolution in Romanticism 3. Theoretical Framework 3.1 Psychoanalytic Perspectives 3.2 Feminist Literary Criticism 3.3 Symbolism in Gothic Romance 4. Key Authors and Works 4.1 Horace Walpole's Influence 4.2 Ann Radcliffe’s Contributions 4.3 Influence of Mary Shelley 5. Lovesickness and Gender Roles 5.1 Male Characters' Devotion 5.2 Female Characters’ Suffering 5.3 Gender Dynamics in Relationships 6. Symbolic Representation of Disease 6.1 Metaphor of Mental Illness 6.2 Physical Manifestations in Texts 6.3 Connection to Cultural Beliefs 7. Modern Interpretations 7.1 Contemporary Gothic Novels 7.2 Film and Television Adaptations 7.3 Ongoing Cultural Relevance 8. Conclusion 8.1 Summary of Findings 8.2 Implications for Future Research 8.3 Final Thoughts on Lovesickness
1. How did the portrayal of lovesickness in Gothic romance evolve from medieval notions of passion to its depiction in Romanticism? 2. In what ways do female and male characters in Gothic romance demonstrate differing responses to lovesickness, and how do these portrayals reflect broader societal gender dynamics?
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