Prince Dracula: The Bloody Legacy of Vlad the Impaler

Vlad the Impaler, a war hero, mass murderer, and Gothic legend, is a compelling and brutal character in history. He is a hero to his countrymen and a byword for dread, but was he the embodiment of unbridled cruelty or a model ruler of an embattled realm? Prince Dracula examines the role of psychological warfare and black propaganda in international politics and shows Vlad as an unwitting pioneer of the modern world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2022
Publisher: Canelo

Vlad the Impaler, a war hero, mass murderer, and Gothic legend, has left an indelible mark on history. Dubbed a hero to his countrymen, Vlad Dracula is synonymous with fear and dread. His extraordinary life has captured the imagination of generations, from Western fans of Gothic fiction and film to a fascinated 15th-century readership who were captivated by contemporary accounts of his atrocities. These accounts became the world's first horror bestsellers, captivating readers with their gruesome details.

Combining historical research with dramatic reconstruction and contemporary references, this book delves into the dramatic career of Vlad the Impaler. It explores his journey from a pampered captive of the Ottoman Sultans to an exterminating angel of Christian vengeance. The authors question whether Vlad was truly the embodiment of unbridled cruelty or a model ruler of an embattled realm.

Prince Dracula also examines the role of psychological warfare and black propaganda in international politics, tracing its origins from the medieval torture chamber to the modern headlines. It showcases Vlad as an unwitting pioneer of the modern world, highlighting his use of gruesome tactics to achieve his goals.

Plying a grisly course through medieval bloodbaths and contemporary horrors, Gavin Baddeley and Paul Woods leave no tombstone unturned in this extraordinary history. The book provides a comprehensive account of Vlad's life, exploring his motivations, actions, and impact on history. It sheds light on the complex nature of a man who has been both reviled and revered, and leaves readers with a deeper understanding of one of history's most intriguing and brutal characters.

Weight: 282g
Dimension: 131 x 196 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800329911