Comment on style / language

The language of The Woman in Black is significant in that it mimics that of classic Victorian gothic literature. The tone of the writing is thoroughly English, calling literary giants like Mary Shelley or Wilkie Collins to mind. The language of the characters may be considered stiff or formal to the modern reader but actually reflect a bygone era: Victorian England. The rich vocabulary of The Woman in Black attracts a more mature, adult audience but could also serve as an introduction into the gothic genre.