The gothic novel

1. Who invented the G.N?
The gothic novel was invented by Horace Walpole.
2. What was the first G.N?
He wrote The castle of Otranto in 1764, this was the first gothic novel.
3. When was it first published?
This book was published in 1764.
4. Which basic elements of horror didn't you include in you list?
I didn't include an old castle, an atmosphere of mistery and suspense, a prophecy, visions, a women threatened by a male, footsteps, characters trapped in a room and baying of dogs or wolves in my list.