Dracula (Enriched Classics)
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Dracula (Enriched Classics). It is a quintessential tale of suspense and horror, featuring one of the most terrifying characters in literature: Count Dracula. Portrayed as a tragic, night-dwelling specter who feeds upon the blood of the living, Dracula’s diabolical passions prey upon the innocent, the helpless, and the beautiful. Enriched Classics offer readers accessible editions of great works of literature, thoughtfully enhanced with helpful notes and commentary. Each book includes educational tools alongside the original text, enabling students and general readers alike to gain a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the author’s intentions and the work’s significance. A true masterwork of storytelling, *Dracula* has transcended generations, languages, and cultures to become one of the most popular novels ever written. It is a quintessential tale of suspense and horror, featuring one of the most terrifying characters in literature: Count Dracula. Portrayed as a tragic, night-dwelling specter who feeds upon the blood of the living, Dracula’s diabolical passions prey upon the innocent, the helpless, and the beautiful. Beyond its horror elements, *Dracula* also serves as a bleak allegorical saga of an eternally cursed being, whose nocturnal atrocities reflect the dark underside of the highly moralistic age in which it was written—and the corrupt desires that continue to haunt the modern human condition. This edition of *Dracula* is part of the Enriched Classics series, which presents the great works of world literature in a format designed for the contemporary reader. It has been prepared by Joseph Valente, Professor of English at the University of Illinois and author of *Dracula's Crypt: Bram Stoker, Irishness, and the Question of Blood*. Professor Valente provides valuable insights into the racial connotations of this enduring masterpiece, enriching the reader’s understanding of its cultural and historical context. Brand : Simon & Schuster Series Title : Enriched Classics Author : Bram Stoker Genre : Fiction, Classic Format : Special Edition Binding : Mass Market Language : English Publication Date : 2003
