Abraham “Bram” Stoker, born on November 8, 1847, was an Irish author best known for his iconic Gothic horror novel, “Dracula.” Stoker was born in Clontarf, Dublin, Ireland, and spent much of his childhood bedridden due to illness, during which he developed a fascination with literature and storytelling. He attended Trinity College in Dublin, where he excelled in athletics and became interested in the theater.

After working as a civil servant and a theater critic, Stoker eventually found success as the personal assistant to the famous actor Henry Irving at the Lyceum Theatre in London. It was during his time working with Irving that Stoker wrote his most famous work, “Dracula,” published in 1897. The novel, which tells the story of Count Dracula’s attempt to move from Transylvania to England in order to spread the undead curse, has become one of the most iconic works of horror fiction in literary history.

Although “Dracula” was Stoker’s most famous work, he wrote numerous other novels, short stories, and non-fiction pieces throughout his career. His other notable works include “The Jewel of Seven Stars,” “The Lair of the White Worm,” and “The Lady of the Shroud.”

Stoker’s writing style often combined elements of Gothic horror, romance, and adventure, and his works explored themes such as the supernatural, Victorian society, and human psychology. Despite his success as a novelist, Stoker struggled with poor health throughout his life and died on April 20, 1912, in London, England. Today, Bram Stoker is remembered as one of the pioneering figures of horror literature, and his legacy continues to influence writers, filmmakers, and readers around the world.