• Dracula (Blackstone Edition)

  • By: Bram Stoker
  • Narrated by: Simon Vance
  • Length: 14 hrs and 31 mins
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (641 ratings)

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Dracula (Blackstone Edition)

By: Bram Stoker
Narrated by: Simon Vance
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Publisher's summary

In 1897, at the age of 50, Bram Stoker was touring manager to the actor Henry Irving and was enjoying a modest success as a journalist and writer. Publication in that year of Dracula was to bring him international and lasting fame.

The Dracula mythology has inspired a vast subculture, but the story has never been better told than by Stoker. He succeeds entirely in his aim to terrify. His myth is powerful because it allows evil to remain mysterious. Virtuous action has no more impact than Jonathan Harker's shovel. The high virtue of Lucy can simply be drained away, as her blood is drained away, until she too joins the vampire brood. Van Helsing's high-thinking and scientific skill cannot resist the dreadful potency of the undead. Only the old magic, a crucifix, garlic, a wooden stake, can provide effective weapons against the Count's appalling power.

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"The world's best-known vampire story comes to life in this expert performance by Robert Whitfield.... For a classic performance of a classic work, this production must not be missed." (AudioFile)

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Not the story as it's been presented in folklore

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I don't know why I had not yet read or listened to this book! Of course, I was familiar with the common tropes from it, but the book itself is so full of character and story that the common folklore doesn't even begin to describe it!
For one thing, the dawning on the vampire does NOT kill him! For another thing, the vampires simply biting the neck of his/her victim does not clearly define the horror possibly transmitted!!
Oh, and "bats" are not the only form that vampires can take; there are foxes and wolves at least in addition, not to mention mist…
I enjoyed the whole full story that clearly points out the errors and shortcomings of the common myth!
– Oh, and the narrator is fabulous!!

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Good narration

Dracula has always been one of my favorite novels. If you've already read the novel and are looking for a good audio version, I recommend this one. The characters really come to life with the narration. If you're a fan of Dracula/vampire films and are looking for a similar book, remember Dracula was published in 1897. This is every bit a Victorian novel, and is thoroughly imbued with the sensibilities, language, and sociology of the period. If you're looking for action, blood, and rip-roaring carnage, this is not the place to find it.

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Magnificent!

What a fabulous tale. And what a fabulous reading. Truly worth all 14 hours!

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So glad I got this book!

"Dracula (Unabridged)" was a joy to listen to. I have never read the book and really didn't know what to expect. I loved the old style of writing; the "kinder, gentler" writing that expresses everything books today do, but with more grace and poise. The courage and loyalty of the group of friends was outstanding and I loved the cadence of the reader as Van Helsing and company were gettting closer and closer to getting rid of Dracula. The grand finale was the final chapter when Dracula really dies. It was an ending that leaves you feeing really good. This is a book is a must.

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Great story, great storyteller

Perfect narration for this story. Able to capture the suspense and beauty of this tale. Brilliant job.

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amazing

I listen to this book so much. .. I love what is within the pages of this book. fin.

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Dracula

A classic that comes life when read aloud. However, there are errors that the narrator needed to correct and this was not removed from the text. Carelessness on the part of the editors of the verbal text!

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Hurry Up

Don't even hesitate, this is one of the greatest books of all time. It will actually make you more intelligent and better looking if you listen to it. Superb story, great narration.... scary, indearing, hopeful.

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BRILLIANT!!!!!

This is my all time favorite book. I have read and re-read this book. It's like an old friend so I was hesitant to get an Audible copy. However, Robert Whitfield's narration of this book is stunning. His characterizations are superb. This is a wonderful listen. It brings the book to life in a new way for me.

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What Can I Say - Incredible.

I am a huge fan of this story and I think the narration was top notch. I will definitely be listening to this again.

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