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Set in the early 19th century, this classic gothic horror tale introduces one of the first vampires in English literature, exploring themes of seduction and the supernatural. The narrative follows a mysterious and charismatic figure who preys on the unsuspecting, intertwining romance and terror. Polidori's work not only shaped the vampire genre but also reflects the anxieties of its time, making it a seminal piece in gothic fiction.
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The Vampyre - A Tale, John William Polidori
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- The Vampyre - A Tale
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John William Polidori
- Publisher
- Nielsen Press
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 54
- ISBN13
- 9781444693263
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Fantasy, Classics, Short Stories, Horror, Supernatural Beings, Vampires, Horror Short Stories, Gothic, Gothic Horror
- Rating
- 3.35 out of 5
- Description
- Set in the early 19th century, this classic gothic horror tale introduces one of the first vampires in English literature, exploring themes of seduction and the supernatural. The narrative follows a mysterious and charismatic figure who preys on the unsuspecting, intertwining romance and terror. Polidori's work not only shaped the vampire genre but also reflects the anxieties of its time, making it a seminal piece in gothic fiction.