Sheridan Le Fanu's \u003cem\u003eCarmilla, \u003c/em\u003e the original vampire tale that predates \u003cem\u003eDracula \u003c/em\u003eby twenty-five years, has captivated readers for generations. This atmospheric and gripping novel explores a realm where fear and fascination intertwine, where the mysteries of the undead intrude upon the ordinary lives of innocents. Set against the backdrop of a remote European castle, this chilling narrative explores themes of forbidden love, the supernatural, and the darkness that lies within the human soul. \u003cem\u003eCarmilla\u003c/em\u003e stands as the cornerstone of vampire literature, inspiring countless adaptations in movies and television and shaping the iconic vampire mythos we know today. \u003c/p\u003eThis Warbler Classics edition includes an essay on \u003cem\u003eCamilla\u003c/em\u003e by Roger Dodson and a biographical timeline.