Author: Stoker, Bram Classic horror & ghost storiesPublished on 19 September 2024 by John Wiley and Sons Ltd (Capstone Publishing Ltd) in the United Kingdom as part of the Capstone Classics series.Hardback | 544 pages204 x 134 x 45 | 668g A classic masterpiece of gothic horror fiction Dracula, Bram Stokers chilling tale of disturbing events, dark desires and the harrowing world of vampires, has gripped audiences since it was first published in 1897. Reflecting the anxieties of late 19th-century Victorian society, this book explores the themes of superstition, sexuality and the fear of the unknown. This epistolary novel conveys its narrative through letters, diary entries and newspaper articles as Jonathon Harker travels to Gothic Transylvania to assist the infamous Count Dracula with the purchase of an English house. The newly-qualified solicitor soon discovers the sinister truth about the Counts vampiric intentions and diabolical ambitions. The only thing standing in Count Draculas way is a small group of people led by Professor Abraham Van Helsing, who know what he secretly is and have vowed to stop him. Dracula remains a cornerstone of vampire lore, and has an ongoing influence on popular culture even today. This quintessential Gothic novel is perfect for horror fans, classic novel enthusiasts and fans of supernatural fiction.
