Dracula’s Contribution To The Vampire’s Stories And Its Impact On The 21st Century Society

Abstract

This article employs Jungian Archetypal Theory and the Hero's Journey archetype to analyze the seminal vampire novels Dracula and Twilight. It explores how these literary works have transcended the bounds of fiction to attain a universal resonance and perceived reality in some cases. Particular focus is given to the evolving portrayal of the vampire figure, tracing its transition from an antagonistic force to a more sympathetic protagonist through the lens of the hero's journey and the persona/shadow dichotomy. Furthermore, the article delves into the phenomenon of real-life individuals identifying as vampires and examines the potential influence of these novels on such occurrences. Ultimately, the analysis posits that Dracula and Twilight have permeated beyond the literary realm, exerting an influence on both subsequent artistic works and societal perceptions, effectively blurring the line between fiction and reality.