The Vampyre: A Tale - Publishing People Series

The Vampyre: A Tale - Publishing People Series
ISBN-10
ISBN-13
9798697056981
Series
The Vampyre
Pages
116
Language
English
Published
2020-10-16
Author
John William Polidori

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The Vampyre a Tale by John William Polidori. This classic vampire story has inspired generations of authors, from Bram Stoker to Charlaine Harris. A young English gentleman of means, Aubrey is immediately intrigued by Lord Ruthven, the mysterious newcomer among society's elite. His unknown origin and curious behavior tantalizes Aubrey's imagination. But the young man soon discovers a sinister character hidden behind his new friend's glamorous facade. When the two are set upon by bandits while traveling together in Europe, Ruthven is fatally injured.

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