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The Tomb of Sarah by Frederick George Loring

“The Tomb of Sarah” by F. G. Loring, published in 1900, is a gripping vampire tale set in the English countryside. The story revolves around the discovery of an ancient tomb belonging to Sarah, an infamous and mysterious figure from the past. It tells what happens when the tomb of the evil Countess Sarah, murdered in 1630, is disturbed during the restoration of a church. As the tomb is opened, it becomes clear that Sarah was no ordinary woman; she was a vampire.

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Let Loose by Mary Cholmondeley

“Let Loose” by Mary Cholmondeley, published in 1890, is a gripping and atmospheric ghost story with vampiric overtones. The narrative follows an unnamed protagonist, an artist, who is commissioned to restore an old mural in a remote English church. The gentleman relaying the story wonders why his travel companion Mr. Blake never takes off his high collar around his neck. While working in the eerie setting, he accidentally releases a malevolent spirit that had been confined within the mural for centuries. This unleashed entity begins to haunt and terrorize him, exhibiting vampiric qualities as it drains his vitality. 

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The Death Of Halpin Frayser by Ambrose Bierce

“The Death of Halpin Frayser” by Ambrose Bierce, published in 1893, is a chilling and enigmatic story that blends elements of horror, the supernatural, and psychological terror. The narrative follows Halpin Frayser, who experiences a vivid and horrifying nightmare in which he encounters the ghost of his deceased mother in a desolate forest. The dream foreshadows his own death, with eerie details that blur the line between reality and the supernatural. Although this is not straight up a vampire story, it is a supernatural story that involves a ghostly encounter with a vampire-like entity.

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