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Dracula

Bram Stoker

Publisher: CLXBX

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Summary

A chilling masterpiece of Gothic fiction, Dracula by Bram Stoker is the haunting tale that defined the modern vampire legend and continues to captivate readers more than a century after its publication.

The story begins when Jonathan Harker, a young English solicitor, travels to the remote mountains of Transylvania to assist a mysterious nobleman, Count Dracula, with a real estate transaction. But what begins as a routine business trip soon spirals into a nightmare as Harker uncovers the terrifying truth about his host—a centuries-old vampire with a sinister plan to spread darkness across England.

As Dracula's shadow falls over London, a small group of determined individuals—led by the wise and relentless Professor Abraham Van Helsing—band together to confront the ancient evil. Through journal entries, letters, newspaper clippings, and diary accounts, the narrative unfolds with mounting suspense, weaving a tale of dread, courage, loyalty, and sacrifice.

Stoker's novel is more than a horror story; it is a gripping exploration of fear, desire, faith, and the clash between modern science and ancient superstition. Its eerie atmosphere, unforgettable characters, and psychological intensity have shaped vampire mythology for generations, influencing countless books, films, and adaptations.

Dark, atmospheric, and profoundly unsettling, Dracula remains a cornerstone of Gothic literature—a timeless battle between light and darkness that continues to enthrall readers worldwide.
Available since: 02/14/2026.
Print length: 514 pages.

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