What does SS stand for? The abbreviation SS S.S. in front of the name of a ship stands for Steamship.SS is often used in the US as an abbreviation for social security.SS in the context of the Holocaust and World War 2 stands for Schutzstaffel which, translated literally, means Protective Squad.
Gothic authors are also often really into concepts like the sublime. No, not the '90s band. In literature, the term refers to a kind of out of this world experience that someone has in nature. And in gothic literature, it's closely linked with, well, sheer terrorâall because the sublime is so awe-inspiring.
Frankenstein as a Gothic Novel. The Gothic novel has a rich tradition and is a well-established genre. It continues to influence our culture in modern times. The characteristics of a gothic novel can be exemplified in Mary Shelleyâs most famous novel, Frankenstein. A classic and easily identified characteristic of a gothic novel is an atmosphere of suspense and the fear of the unknown.