Starting Dracula.

Okay, well I realise I've left this a little late to start reading Dracula now, but I have been really neglecting my Gothic texts in favour of Ponsford's reading (whoops). Anyway, having read the blurb, the book does sound good. However, i think the fact that the book is so well known really lets it down. Because it's going to be predictable, I know the story line, I know the characters and I know how the book will end. So I guess it is going to have a lot less impact than it would have done, no suprises or being kept on the edge of my seat.

On the other hand, I may be able to understand the book itslef better, i won't be confused about the plot (like I was with Frankenstein). Also, as we have seen the film in lesson I will be able to imagine the book better in my mind and hopefully my opinion won't be swayed by the director's interpretation of the text. Oh well, i best get on and start reading, atleast the book doesn't look too long.