Dracula

This book explores the historical figure of Vlad the Impaler, a 15th-century Romanian prince known for his brutal methods of punishment, and explains how he became the inspiration for Bram Stoker's famous vampire character Count Dracula. It describes Stoker's research and the process by which he created his gothic novel, as well as the character's evolution in stage and film adaptations. The book is written for middle grade readers at a 7.5 reading level.