The Life and Literary Impact of Bram Stoker
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Early Life and Formative Years Bram Stoker , a renowned Irish author, was born on November 8, 1847, in Dublin, Ireland. His parents were Abraham Stoker, a senior civil servant, and Charlotte Mathilda Blake Thornley, a devout woman. Being the third of seven children, Stoker's early life was marked by illness, making him largely bedridden during his youth. This period of sickness was pivotal in shaping his later works, as his mother entertained him with dark tales, laying the groundwork for his future in horror literature. Educational Pursuits Following his recovery, Stoker embarked on his educational journey at the age of seven in a private school. From 1864 to 1870, he attended Trinity College, Dublin, where he excelled not only academically but also in athletics. Graduating in 1870 with a degree in mathematics, he further pursued a master's degree while simultaneously contributing critical reviews to the Dublin Evening Newspaper. Marriage, Friendships, and Legacy Stoker's profe…