Bram Stoker (1847-1912) was an Irish author, best known for his 1897 Gothic horror novel Dracula. This seminal work has had a profound influence on the horror genre and the vampire mythos in popular culture. Born in Clontarf, Dublin, Stoker had a notable career both as a writer and as the manager of the Lyceum Theatre in London, where he worked closely with the famous actor Henry Irving.

Stoker's interest in theatre and the macabre, combined with his fascination with folklore and the supernatural, significantly shaped his writing. ""Dracula"" remains his most famous work, renowned for its innovative narrative structure, comprising letters, diary entries, and newspaper articles. The novel's titular character, Count Dracula, has become an iconic figure in literature and has inspired countless adaptations in film, theatre, and television.

Despite the lasting fame of ""Dracula,"" Stoker did not achieve significant financial success during his lifetime. However, his contribution to the genre of horror and the creation of one of literature's most enduring monsters cements his place as a key figure in Victorian literature. Today, Bram Stoker's work continues to be celebrated for its imagination, atmospheric storytelling, and its influential role in shaping the horror genre.