Dracula (Oxford World’s Classics)

Bram Stoker was an acclaimed Irish author who gained worldwide recognition for his Gothic horror novel, “Dracula” published in 1897. Born on November 8, 1847, in Dublin, Ireland, he developed an interest in writing during his college years. Before becoming a full-time writer, he served as the personal assistant to actor Sir Henry Irving and manager of London’s renowned Lyceum Theatre. “Dracula,” his most popular work, established many conventions of subsequent vampire fantasy. This pioneering work of the vampire genre influenced decades of authors and filmmakers. Stoker passed away on April 20, 1912, in London, England, leaving behind a lasting legacy in horror fiction.

Roger Luckhurst is an esteemed professor, acclaimed author, and noted authority in the field of contemporary literature and culture, especially renowned for his in-depth studies on Science fiction and Gothic literature. Born in the United Kingdom, Luckhurst’s career in academia has been marked by a devotion to imparting literary understanding, with his flair for linking contemporary cultural phenomena to past literary traditions. Currently, he serves as a professor at Birkbeck, University of London, nurturing young literary enthusiasts and shaping the minds of future generations.

Over his academic career, Luckhurst has written extensively on a variety of topics, marking his dexterity and mastery in his field. His works delve into aspects such as Science Fiction, Gothic literature, psychogeography, and the works of selective authors often enrapturing readers and scholars alike with his elegantly interwoven narrative style. Some of his notable publications include “The trauma question” and “Science Fiction: A Literary and Cultural History,” which have received widespread acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic.

Despite his scholarly accomplishments, Luckhurst displays an admirable dedication to teaching, often transcending traditional pedagogical boundaries to connect with students. He is a passionate believer in lifelong learning and encourages independent critical thinking among his students. Swiftly moving between his roles as an educator, author, and public speaker, Roger Luckhurst continues to foster enlightenment through his academic contributions, relentlessly enriching the realm of contemporary literature and cultural studies.