The world of Count Dracula

Celebrate 125 years of the world’s most famous vampire.

When people think of vampires – the supernatural blood-sucking creatures who turn into bats and fly off into the night – the most famous example is Count Dracula. On 26 May, fans will mark the 125th anniversary of the publication of the original book, Dracula, by Bram Stoker. To celebrate the anniversary, discover more about the story that defined vampires as we know them today. The origins of Count Dracula Legends and tales of vampires date back at least as far as ancient Greece. However, it was the publication of Dracula in 1897 that created the legends of vampires that people know now. In his novel, Stoker created Count Dracula, a rich man living in a castle in Transylvania, Romania. He sleeps in a coffin during the day and comes…

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