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The Vampire - John William Polidori

English
2025-11-26
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The Vampire (1819) by John William Polidori is a foundational work of vampire fiction and one of the earliest modern treatments of the myth.The story follows Lord Ruthven, a mysterious, aristocratic stranger who captivates society with his charm while secretly preying on the vulnerable. The young and idealistic Aubrey becomes fascinated with Ruthven and travels with him across Europe, gradually uncovering h ... Full description

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The Vampire (1819) by John William Polidori is a foundational work of vampire fiction and one of the earliest modern treatments of the myth.The story follows Lord Ruthven, a mysterious, aristocratic stranger who captivates society with his charm while secretly preying on the vulnerable. The young and idealistic Aubrey becomes fascinated with Ruthven and travels with him across Europe, gradually uncovering his dark, supernatural nature. Despite Aubrey's attempts to warn others, he is bound by a fatal oath of secrecy. Ruthven ultimately uses this silence to destroy those around Aubrey-including Aubrey's beloved-before vanishing, leaving tragedy in his wake.The tale established the archetype of the cultured, seductive vampire, influencing later works like Dracula and shaping gothic literature for generations.

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Author John William Polidori
Publisher Lushena Books
Release year 2025
Cover type Hardcover
EAN 9798897188949
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