How Do The Two Writers Create Different Styles Of Horror Story?
… contains strong psychological components in the shape of Grays apparent resurrection. ‘The Blood Bay’ uses aspects of black comedy to produce an atmosphere of horror whereas R.L Stevenson uses descriptive writing technique to create tension. The evil acts carried out in ‘The Bodysnatcher’ are predominantly set during hours of darkness, ‘…it was bitter cold, windy, and frosty; the town had not yet awakened…’ This gives the reader an impression of mystery, subtly in itself creating a sensation of horror. R.L Stevenson also uses many different contrasts to emphasise the feeling behind each setting, ‘…by the warm radiance of the bar-room window. The George thus brightly advertised itself to passers-by in the cold street.’ This description shows the audience how inviting The George appears to the public outside on the winter evening, creating the feeling of welcoming warmth and hospitality. R.L Stevenson also incorporates the weather to add to the sensation of horror, ‘…the ince
