In Dracula, when Jonathan Harker travels to Transylvania to assist Count Dracula with purchasing a London house, he uncovers a series of horrifying secrets. Soon, strange events begin to unfold in England an unmanned ship is wrecked off the coast of Whitby, a young woman discovers strange puncture marks on her neck, and a lunatic raves about the "Master" and his arrival.

Bram Stoker's masterpiece explores a nightmarish world of vampires and vampire hunters, while also delving into the dark corners of Victorian sexuality and desire. This Norton Critical Edition offers a rich selection of background materials, including probable inspirations for Dracula, Stoker's working notes, early reviews, and an exploration of dramatic and film adaptations.