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“Dracula” by Bram Stoker, published in 1897, is a seminal work in Gothic literature and has had a profound impact on the vampire genre12. The novel is written in an epistolary format, meaning it is composed of letters, diary entries, and newspaper articles, which adds to its eerie and immersive atmosphere12.The story begins with Jonathan Harker, a young English lawyer, traveling to Transylvania to assist Count Dracula with a real estate transaction. Harker soon discovers that Dracula is a vampire, leading to a series of chilling events as Dracula moves to England and begins to prey on the local population12.“Dracula” explores themes such as the clash between modernity and tradition, the fear of the unknown, and the struggle between good and evil12. Its influence extends beyond literature into film, television, and popular culture, making it one of the most enduring horror stories ever written12