Description

Varney the Vampire, also known as The Feast of Blood, is a gothic horror novel written by Thomas Preskett Prest. Originally published in 1845, it tells the story of Sir Francis Varney, a vampire who terrorizes a family in England. The novel is divided into multiple parts, with the first volume introducing Varney and his initial encounters with the Bannerworth family. As the story progresses, the family becomes increasingly aware of Varney's true nature and attempts to protect themselves from his attacks. Along the way, they encounter other characters who are also affected by Varney's presence, including a doctor who seeks to cure him and a mysterious woman who seems to have a connection to the vampire. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of horror and suspense, as well as its exploration of themes such as the nature of evil and the fear of the unknown.Shorter version.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.