Tudor Humphries is a distinguished creator of children's books and an artist whose work draws inspiration from nature and landscape. His early fascination with mythology and aircraft, coupled with theatrical training in costume and set design, shaped his unique artistic style. Humphries draws deep inspiration from the natural world and the atmosphere of the rural landscape of North Devon, where he dedicates himself to observing and depicting wildlife. His lifelong engagement with children is reflected in his artistic approach and storytelling.
Klasické dílo hrůzostrašné literatury je zpracováno do zhuštěné formy při překvapivém zachování určité stylovosti jazyka. Bohatý ilustrační doprovod včetně závěrečných dvoustránek o upířích pověstech a dalších ztvárněních příběhu přiblíží čtenáři dobu a prostředí příběhu i samotného autora.
Stoker erfand die aristokratische Figur des Grafen Dracula und verband sie mit dem historischen Vlad Dracula aus dem 15. Jahrhundert. Er ließ damit die Möglichkeit offen, dass der Stoff auf wahren Geschehnissen in Transsylvanien beruhen könnte. Dieser Band erforscht die faszinierenden Hintergründe und präsentiert Dracula so, wie Bram Stoker ihn schuf. Stoker war es, der Drama, Spannung und das Angstgefühl heraufbeschwor, das jede Szene der Erzählung durchzieht. Der behutsam gekürzte Text liegt in einer Fassung vor, die für Kinder ab zehn Jahren gut verständlich ist.
Irish author Bram Stoker introduced the character of Count Dracula and provided the basis of modern vampire fiction in his 1897 novel entitled "Dracula." Written as a series of letters, newspaper clippings, diary entries, and ships' logs, the story begins with lawyer Jonathan Harker journeying to meet Dracula at his remote castle to complete a real estate transaction. Harker soon discovers that he is being held prisoner, and that Dracula has a rather disquieting nocturnal life. Touching on themes such as Victorian culture, immigration, and colonialism, among others, this timeless classic is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats! Now available as part of the Canterbury Classics singles series, "Dracula" is a must-have addition to the libraries of all classic literature lovers.