Monstrum: Dracula--The First Modern Vampire
Arguably the most recognizable bloodsucker in history, Bram Stoker’s Count Dracula has influenced over a hundred years of vampires in popular culture. Watch this episode to find out how the 1897 novel "Dracula" inspired other famous horror authors like Richard Matheson and Stephen King and take a glimpse into how one terrifying creature changed monster history. Part of the "Monstrum" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 8 minutes 9 seconds
- Topic: Arts, Literature
- Subtopic: Folklore, Mystery and Horror - Literature, Storytelling
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2019
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Monstrum
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