This course will examine the concept of the undead, broadly constructed. We will look at literature and films dealing with representations of ghosts, vampires, zombies, and reincarnation, in addition to other constructions of the undead. Readings for the course will include Shelley's Frankenstein, Le Fanu's Carmilla, Dick's Ubik, and Boffa's You're an Animal, Viskovitz! as well as other works, such as selected Greek myths, fairy tales, and graphic novels.