What if evil wore a mask of nobility-and drank the blood of those who trusted him most?

Published in 1819, The Vampyre by John William Polidori is the original blueprint for the aristocratic vampire myth. It predates Dracula by nearly 80 years and forever changed the way we think about vampires-not as grotesque creatures, but as seductive predators who walk among us unnoticed.

This modern adaptation captures the eerie elegance of Polidori's prose while enhancing clarity and accessibility for contemporary readers. At the heart of the story is Lord Ruthven-a charming but dangerous nobleman who ensnares young Aubrey in a deadly game. As tragedy follows Ruthven from city to city, Aubrey begins to suspect that his companion is no ordinary man...

What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:

• The Birth of the Modern Vampire Legend - Meet Lord Ruthven, the template for every suave, sinister vampire to follow.
• A Chilling Tale of Seduction and Death - Explore the seductive power of evil and the horrors it leaves in its wake.
• A Crisp, Modern Reading Experience - The original 19th-century prose has been updated for clarity without sacrificing atmosphere.
• Gothic Horror with a Historical Edge - Rooted in the Romantic era and written in the shadow of Byron and Shelley.
• A Must-Read for Fans of Dracula, Carmilla, and Classic Gothic Fiction - Essential for anyone tracing the roots of vampire literature.

The Vampyre is where it all began. Discover the dark charm that defined a monster.