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Gaslamp Fantasy
Gaslamp Fantasy is historical fantasy fiction that:
- is set between 1811 and 1901 - from the beginning of the Regency Era through the end of the reign of Queen Victoria
- is usually (but not exclusively) set in England or one of the British colonies
- may be similar to Gothic literature (ie: Dracula, Frankenstein, Edgar Allan Poe)
- has supernatural elements and/or some form of magic
- sometimes focuses on class, manners, romance, etc. (in the style of Jane Austen)
Examples:
- Parasol Protectorate series by Gail Carriger
- Glamourist Histories series by Mary Robinette Kowal
- Stardust by Neil Gaiman
- The Prestige by Christopher Priest
- Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke
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Gaslamp Fantasy is similar to steampunk but with far less focus on the science and gadgets. To put it simplistically, gaslamp is fantasy and steampunk is sci-fi. The lines between the two can get a bit fuzzy, however, so don't stress your little brain about it overmuch.
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