The Lair of the White Worm by Bram Stoker

Set in Mercia, a small part of the English county of Derbyshire, the novel focuses on the events experienced by Adam Salton in the town he gradually discovers to be host to mysterious and inexplicable occurrences, which are further intensified with its equally eccentric residents. Exploring topics including mesmerism, occultism, and supernatural forces, Stoker’s piece depicts all the essential elements of a thrilling horror story. The horror novel gets under way with the introduction of Adam Salton, a young man originally from Australia, who receives word from his great-uncle Richard Salton inviting him to live with him on his estate in the hopes of establishing a relationship between the two. Subsequently, Adam travels to the estate of his newly discovered relation and seems to get off to a good start with his great-uncle, who learns of his ardent interest in ancient history and introduces him to Nathaniel, both a friend and archeologist. Additionally, the town welcomes Edgar Caswe