This short proto-gothic novel was sensation in its day, and it has spawned an vampire mythology and craze wordwide. Numerous books and plays have been produced based on or imitating its story line.
It was originally spuriously attributed to Lord Byron, but it was actually written by Dr. John William Polidori, a physician friend of Lord Byron. The main character of Ruthven however is reputedly based on Byron.
Details
- Publication Date
- Oct 18, 2011
- Language
- English
- ISBN
- 9781470928001
- Category
- Fiction
- Copyright
- All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
- Contributors
- By (author): John Polidori
Specifications
- Pages
- 40
- Binding Type
- Paperback Perfect Bound
- Interior Color
- Black & White
- Dimensions
- Pocket Book (4.25 x 6.875 in / 108 x 175 mm)