Description
A haunting exploration of immortality and damnation, this gothic masterpiece follows Louis de Pointe du Lac as he recounts his extraordinary 200-year existence as a vampire to an enthralled young reporter. Struggling with the moral weight of his cursed nature, Louis shares the intimate details of his dark journey—from his transformation and complicated relationship with the charismatic Lestat to the creation of Claudia, a child vampire who becomes the emotional center of their tragic family. Through lyrical prose and philosophical introspection, Anne Rice weaves a tale of longing, loss, and the terrible beauty of eternal life. The novel transcends the vampire genre to become a profound meditation on suffering, love, and what it means to be human when stripped of mortality. Rich with atmospheric detail and psychological depth, this iconic work established Rice as a master of gothic fiction and continues to captivate readers with its exploration of desire and despair.
Available Editions
mass_market
Ballantine Books
Published Aug 31, 2004
352 pages
ISBN: 9780345476876
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First Published
1976
Language
eng
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Content and trigger warnings for Interview with the Vampire by Anne Rice.