“In Dracula, we find a monster who takes away our agency, our choice–even as he consumes us. The fantasy of becoming a vampire is a myth of exceptionalism– nobody fantasizes about being the random peasant whom the titular Count devours. Instead, people are thrilled by the thought of turning into vampires themselves–becoming the most powerful consumer, the apex predator. And until we recognize that we have far more in common with prey than predator, we will always feel the vampire’s pull. I hope Norton’s vital new addition to the conversation about Stoker’s work will cause readers to look at this old story with new eyes: to question our preconceptions and refocus our own narrative lenses. Dracula remains evergreen, I’m afraid–because within our monsters… we may find ourselves.” –Kate Hamill (playwright/actor)
Author: Bram Stoker
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Published: 07/14/2021
Series: Norton Critical Editions
Pages: 600
ISBN: 9780393679205
Language: English
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