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House of the Vampire

House of the Vampire

By: George Sylvester Viereck
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Step into the haunting world of House of the Vampire, a captivating 1907 novella that redefines the vampire narrative. Follow a young writer as he becomes ensnared by the enigmatic allure of a powerful older master, whose past is littered with the remnants of failed apprentices. This tale masterfully intertwines the eerie elements of vampirism with profound insights into the creative process, making it as much a psychological exploration as a chilling horror story. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)Copyright History & Horror Collections Art Literary History & Criticism Social Sciences
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  • 15 - House of the Vampire by George Sylvester Viereck
    Sep 3 2025
    Step into the haunting world of House of the Vampire, a captivating 1907 novella that redefines the vampire narrative. Follow a young writer as he becomes ensnared by the enigmatic allure of a powerful older master, whose past is littered with the remnants of failed apprentices. This tale masterfully intertwines the eerie elements of vampirism with profound insights into the creative process, making it as much a psychological exploration as a chilling horror story. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)
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    14 mins
  • 14 - House of the Vampire by George Sylvester Viereck
    Sep 3 2025
    Step into the haunting world of House of the Vampire, a captivating 1907 novella that redefines the vampire narrative. Follow a young writer as he becomes ensnared by the enigmatic allure of a powerful older master, whose past is littered with the remnants of failed apprentices. This tale masterfully intertwines the eerie elements of vampirism with profound insights into the creative process, making it as much a psychological exploration as a chilling horror story. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)
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    14 mins
  • 13 - House of the Vampire by George Sylvester Viereck
    Sep 3 2025
    Step into the haunting world of House of the Vampire, a captivating 1907 novella that redefines the vampire narrative. Follow a young writer as he becomes ensnared by the enigmatic allure of a powerful older master, whose past is littered with the remnants of failed apprentices. This tale masterfully intertwines the eerie elements of vampirism with profound insights into the creative process, making it as much a psychological exploration as a chilling horror story. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)
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    10 mins
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