By Bram Stoker Published 1897 Dracula By Bram Stoker Published 1897

Historical Background Prince Vlad Tepes, a.k.a. Vlad the Impaler (1431-1476) is the model for Count Dracula. Known for killing 40,000-100,000 people Vlad the Impaler was also called Dracula, which means “devil” or “Son of the Dragon”

Dracula Themes Gender Roles Sexuality Drug Addiction Morality--Good vs. Evil The “Other” Drug Addiction Technology and Modernization Marriage

Gothic Fiction Role of Architecture English Gothic writers often associated medieval buildings with what they saw as a dark and terrifying period, characterized by harsh laws enforced by torture, and with mysterious, fantastic, and superstitious rituals.

Gothic Fiction Setting The setting of the Gothic novel is a character in itself. The plot is usually set in a castle, an abbey, a monastery, or some other, usually religious edifice, and it is acknowledged that this building has secrets of its own. It is this gloomy and frightening scenery, which sets the scene for what the audience should expect.

Characteristics of Gothic Fiction Stupid Servant Clowns Bandits/Ruffians Clergy Virginal Maiden Older, Foolish Woman Hero Tyrant/Villain

Epistolary Novel a novel written as a series of documents. The usual form is letters, although diary entries, newspaper clippings and other documents are sometimes used.