The Vampyre
3.6/ 5
12 ratings
About This Book
The Vampyre*, a short gothic novel by John William Polidori, was first published in 1819 and is considered the first modern vampire story. The story features Lord Ruthven, a seductive aristocrat with unnatural powers over men and women, and an insatiable thirst for blood. Polidori's innovative portrayal of the vampire as a Byronic figure is said to have set the template for the modern vampire.
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Book Details
First Published
1819
Pages
55 pages
Rating
3.6 / 5
Ratings
12
Editions
149
Publisher
John Miller
Language
ITA, FRE, SPA
Status
Published
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