1. Dark Romantics Show the dark side of human nature
Did not believe in the innate goodness of people
Explored the human capacity for evil
Probed the inner life of characters
Explored characters’ motivations
Agreed with romantic emphasis on emotion, nature, and the individual

2. Dark Romanticism (Gothic Tale)
Characteristics:
Grotesque characters
Ghosts, zombies, or mysterious beings
Bizarre situations
Abnormal psychological conditions
Premature burials
Suspenseful situations
Violent events
Torture, murder