dracula

Provides in-depth analysis of the literary work Dracula, as well as its importance and critical reception. Includes a chronology of the life and works of the author.

"Transylvania is known for its role in Bram Stoker's Dracula as the home of the most famous vampire in popular culture. This book introduces readers to the legend of Dracula as well as the place he is said to have inhabited. Full-color photographs and historical images complement and correlate with the main text to aid reading comprehension. Spooky facts and social studies content pair well together in this volume to engage reluctant readers and curious travelers alike. Who knows? This terrifying tome may inspire the next family vacation!"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a graphic novel adaptation of Bram Stoker's "Dracula," in which Jonathan Harker and his friends discover the true nature of the mysterious Count Dracula and try to stop him.

In this graphic adaptation of Bram Stokers Dracula, the story of the most famous vampire of all time is depicted in action-packed visual sequences that transport the reader from the foreboding landscape of Transylvania to the streets of nineteenth-century London. Jonathan Harker and his band of allies must fight the deadly Count to protect all they hold dear and save London from the curse of the undead.

Find out how Dracula--a smooth-talking count with a dark secret--became the infamous creature we all know and fear.

Dracula, the blood-thirsty Transylvanian who terrorized England, was a character in an 1897 horror novel. However, the author, Bram Stoker, based his infamous creature on a real-life prince from the 1400s named Vlad III. Though Vlad wasn't a vampire, he was known for some very gory exploits. Legends of vampires stretch back even further than this. Thrilled readers will devour this legend, its possible sources, and details about its contribution to popular culture. Spooky photographs and illustrations set the mood and enhance the spine-tingling text. Full-color photographs, Historical Context Overview, Fact Boxes, Glossary, For Further Information Section, Index.

In this graphic version, Jonathan Harker travels to Transylvania to meet the mysterious Count Dracula, uncovers a terrible secret, and barely escapes with his life--only to have the Count follow him back to England.

Investigates the sources that inspired Bram Stoker's Dracula, drawing from archives, letters, and literary and theatrical history to reveal who and what inspired the creation of the legendary monster.

"Joseph Barkely gets more than he bargains for when he agrees to authenticate the original manuscript of Bram Stoker's 'Dracula', and personally transport it to Romania"--Provided by publisher.