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August 25, 2005: "Fast-Paced Historian Sinks Teeth into Myth of Dracula"
"Elizabeth Kostova takes advantage of all the vampire literature, but extends it well beyond that of any other author. She digs into the medieval world that produced Dracula, and especially the rare manuscripts, scrolls and books that relate to him.
The plot revolves around a series of unusual, ancient books that appear mysteriously in the studies of noted historians. The books are blank save for a double page illustration of a dragon and a simple map. It is supposed to lead the way to the grave of Dracula."
