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Carmilla
Early vampire character in English literature
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A vampire character from Irish author Sheridan Le Fanu's 1872 novella of the same name. She is considered one of the earliest vampire characters in English literature, predating Dracula.
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Carmilla by Sheridan Le Fanu
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“Derived from Latin 'carmen,' meaning 'song' or 'poem,' Carmilla achieved literary fame through Sheridan Le Fanu's 1872 gothic novella as a mysterious, seductive character. The name carries dark romantic appeal and gothic sophistication, attracting parents drawn to literary history and atmospheric elegance.”