Who / What
Dracula is a Gothic horror novel written in 1897 by Irish author Bram Stoker.
It tells its story through a compilation of letters, diary entries, and newspaper articles, avoiding a single protagonist.
Background & History
The novel was first published in 1897, shortly after Stoker's arrival in London from Dublin.
It emerged during a period when Victorian society was fascinated by the supernatural and the unknown.
Dracula’s narrative style pioneered epistolary storytelling in horror fiction.
The book’s opening scenes feature solicitor Jonathan Harker’s journey to Transylvania.
Why Notable
Dracula introduced the world to one of literature’s most enduring vampires, influencing countless works of horror.
The narrative’s complex structure—mixing first‑person accounts with third‑person reports—has been acclaimed for its atmospheric tension.
Its themes of otherness, technology, and the crossing of cultural borders resonate with modern audiences.
In the News
Modern readers continue to re‑examine the novel for its historical and cultural insights.
The text remains a standard reference point for discussions of Victorian anxieties and early horror literature.
