{"product_id":"the-vampyre-9781513277707","title":"The Vampyre","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen Aubrey, a young Englishman, meets a mysterious man from London high society, Lord Ruthven, they become unlikely friends. Shortly after, Aubrey decides to accompany the noble on a trip to Rome. However, when a moral disagreement arises between the two, Aubrey decides to leave Ruthven in Rome, and goes off on his own. Arriving in Greece, Aubrey meets Ianthe, and the two share an immediate connection. After sharing stories and an evening together, Aubrey and Ianthe part ways for the night. However, after a devastating turn of events, Aubrey and Ruthven reunite, and Aubrey, ready to leave Greece behind, is happy to travel with the older man once again. But as they continue their travels, Aubrey slowly begins to notice Ruthven's odd behavior. After even more consideration, Aubrey realizes a shocking pattern-nearly everyone that Ruthven comes in close contact to meets an untimely end. Afraid of his newly acquired knowledge, Aubrey attempts to distance himself from the suspicious man, though he is forced to reconsider his efforts when Ruthven expresses intent to marry Aubrey's sister. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFirst published under Lord Byron's name, \u003ci\u003eThe Vampyre\u003c\/i\u003e rose to immediate commercial success. However, though he was inspired by a discarded piece of Lord Bryon's work, both authors have since admitted that John William Polidori was the true writer of \u003ci\u003eThe Vampyre\u003c\/i\u003e. Considered to be the first work of vampire fiction, \u003ci\u003eThe Vampyre\u003c\/i\u003e had an immense role in shaping vampires as literary figures, influencing the canonical rules of vampires that many still follow today. First published in 1819, Polidori's \u003ci\u003eThe Vampyre\u003c\/i\u003e remains to be a thrilling and spooky read centuries later, and has since inspired both film and theater adaptations. With mystery and eerie suspense, Polidori's work is an extraordinary example of 19th century gothic horror. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Vampyre\u003c\/i\u003e by John William Polidori features a striking new cover design and is printed in a font that is both modern and readable. With these accommodations, \u003ci\u003eThe Vampyre \u003c\/i\u003e caters to a contemporary audience while preserving the original innovation of John William Polidori's work. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePolidori, John William:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn William Polidori\u003c\/b\u003e (1795-1821) was an English writer and physician, known for his involvement in the Romantic movement. After Polidori received his doctorate in medicine, he was employed by Lord Byron, acting as his personal physician who traveled through Europe with him. Paid to journal the experience, Polidori began his writing career at this time as well. He wrote plays, poems, novellas, and non-fiction, but is best known for innovating the vampire genre in fantasy fiction with his famous novel \u003ci\u003eThe Vampyre\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mint Editions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50561495728402,"sku":"9781513277707","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_e818d27a-e362-4910-9d63-4ecc572c4c14.jpg?v=1754897048","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-vampyre-9781513277707","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}