Dracula by Bram Stoker (Audio Book)

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"Dracula" is a classic Gothic horror novel written by Bram Stoker, first published in 1897. The story revolves around the character Count Dracula, a mysterious and charismatic Transylvanian nobleman who is also a vampire. The novel is structured as a collection of journal entries, letters, and diary excerpts, providing a multi-perspective narrative.The plot follows the journey of Jonathan Harker, a young solicitor, who travels to Transylvania to assist Dracula in a real estate transaction in England. However, as Harker stays at Dracula's castle, he soon realizes that he is a prisoner and that his host is no ordinary man. Back in England, Harker's fiancée Mina, her best friend Lucy, and a group of friends become entangled in a web of supernatural events and vampiric attacks.As the characters uncover Dracula's true nature and his plans to spread his curse, they band together to combat the vampire and protect their loved ones. The novel explores themes of fear, desire, sexuality, and the clash between modernity and ancient evil."Dracula" has had a profound influence on the vampire genre and popular culture, shaping the image of the vampire as a seductive and immortal creature. It remains a timeless and enduring work that continues to captivate readers with its eerie atmosphere and timeless tale of terror.

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"Dracula" is a classic Gothic horror novel written by Bram Stoker, first published in 1897. The story revolves around the character Count Dracula, a mysterious and charismatic Transylvanian nobleman who is also a vampire. The novel is structured as a collection of journal entries, letters, and diary excerpts, providing a multi-perspective narrative.The plot follows the journey of Jonathan Harker, a young solicitor, who travels to Transylvania to assist Dracula in a real estate transaction in England. However, as Harker stays at Dracula's castle, he soon realizes that he is a prisoner and that his host is no ordinary man. Back in England, Harker's fiancée Mina, her best friend Lucy, and a group of friends become entangled in a web of supernatural events and vampiric attacks.As the characters uncover Dracula's true nature and his plans to spread his curse, they band together to combat the vampire and protect their loved ones. The novel explores themes of fear, desire, sexuality, and the clash between modernity and ancient evil."Dracula" has had a profound influence on the vampire genre and popular culture, shaping the image of the vampire as a seductive and immortal creature. It remains a timeless and enduring work that continues to captivate readers with its eerie atmosphere and timeless tale of terror.

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English

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Episodes

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 27

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 27The group confronts the gypsies transporting Dracula. The fates of each are revealed.

Duration:01:01:30

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 26

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 26 Mina helps the group determine Dracula’s intended destination. They split up in hopes of cataching him before it it too late.

Duration:00:43:36

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 25

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 25The pursuit continues, with the men waiting for the boat carrying Dracula’s box. Unfortunately, they are outsmarted by the Count.

Duration:00:35:25

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 24

9/22/2023

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 24

Duration:00:42:03

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 23

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 23The men try to attack Dracula, but he manages an escape. Mina is hypnotized in hopes of discovering his plans.

Duration:00:28:37

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 22

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 22 The group works to sterilize the boxes as quickly as possible. Mina is tormented by her “unclean” status, and contemplates her fate.

Duration:00:32:41

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 21

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 21Renfield reveals his involvement in the events surrounding Dracula. Mina and Harker are victims of Dracula’s plan.

Duration:00:31:26

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 20

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 20Harker determines the location of the missing boxes, and the men decide they must act quickly. Renfield is involved in a mysterious accident.

Duration:00:35:31

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 19

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 19The men enter Carfax to try to determine the location of the fifty boxes of earth. Mina is left alone, and finds herself feeling strange things.

Duration:00:30:11

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 18

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 18The characteristics of the vampire are defined. The group makes a plan of action. Renfield shows that he has the ability to act in a sane and logical manner.

Duration:00:35:38

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 17

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 17The Harkers join forces with the others. They share all that they know, and discover more information about Dracula’s connections with the area and plans for the future.

Duration:00:34:05

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 16

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 16The men see evidence of what Lucy has become. They are shocked and agree to take steps to stop the un-dead.

Duration:00:30:50

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 15

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 15Van Helsing tries to convince the others of what Lucy has become. They agree to work with him to try to stop what is happening.

Duration:00:39:32

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 14

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 14The Harkers meet with Van Helsing and discuss Jonathan’s experiences with Count Dracula. Van Helsing and Seward discuss the injured children.

Duration:00:39:16

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 13

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 13There is a funeral for the deceased. Mina and Harker have a disturbing run-in with a mysterious man in London. Children of the town are attacked by the “Bloofer Lady.”

Duration:00:44:49

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 12

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 12There is another attempt to save Lucy through a transfusion. News arrives from Mina and Jonathan. A change begins to take place in Lucy.

Duration:00:44:11

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 11

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 11Dr. Van Helsing gives Lucy a blood transfusion. There is an interview with a zoo keeper that describes the escape and recapture of a wolf. Dr. Seward tells of Renfield’s escape and attack on him. Lucy’s mother dies and tells of the horrible events that took place that night.

Duration:00:35:21

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 10

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 10Lucy is drained of blood. Arthur and Dr. Seward give Lucy a blood transfusion. Prof. Van Helsing puts garlic flowers in Lucy’s room. Dr. Seward and Prof. Van Helsing keep watch.

Duration:00:33:21

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 9

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 9 Mina and Jonathan marry. Mina and Lucy write each other. Dr. Seward tells more about Renfield. Arthur leaves Lucy to take care of is father. Dr. Jack Seward and Dr. VanHelsing care for Lucy who goes from better to worse.

Duration:00:32:34

Dracula by Bram Stoker : CHAPTER 8

9/22/2023

CHAPTER 8Lucy is attacked by a tall thin figure and has two puncture marks on her throat. She continues to act strangely in her sleep. Mina hears that Jonathan is in a hospital in the care of Mr. Peter Hopkins. Jonathan requests she join him and marry him there. Dr. Jack Seward tells about the strange behavior he observers from his lunatic client Renfield.

Duration:00:38:38