1. The architectural setting is an important idea of what defines the gothic style. The medievalist structures such as passageways, labyrinths, trapdoors, and arches are used to create the atmosphere and describe the setting which is a crucial element. (Page 7)
  2. The landscapes are an important element of gothic literature. They further develop the setting and atmosphere. Mountains, cages, and wastelands all can be possible settings. These landscapes are sometimes used metaphorically to describe a simple setting to turn it gothic, while other times they are actually used. (Page 7)
  3. The essence of gothic literature is a push towards exploring extreme and excessive limits of elements such as fear, cruelty, and rapacity. The gothic style aims to reinforce morality and propriety in the conclusion. Pushing the boundaries on these extreme elements in the writing serves to reinforce morality and propriety. (Page 5)
  4. The extremes that gothic explores also consists of taboos such as demonism, necromancy, occultism, and religious profanities. These elements contribute to the dark side of gothic writing and tie in with the existence of supernaturalism that is ultimately explained, which is a constant formula used in gothic literature. (Page 6)
  5. The existence of fear, horror, and terror which build the overall mood and tone of the story which keeps the reader on edge is a very important idea that is crucial to the gothic style. It goes hand in hand with the dark elements to create an impact. (Page 8)