Character ยท 1897
Dracula
Bram Stoker's Dracula. Public-domain source text in the U.S..
Best creator uses
Gothic horror, vampire stories, games, posters, classroom material.
Safer source anchors
- Use the 1897 novel as the source anchor.
- Build original art, summaries, study guides, or adaptations from the book.
- Separate Stoker-era traits from later film-specific additions.
Watch-outs
- Later movie looks, logos, and character designs may be protected.
- Some jurisdictions have different term rules.
- Specific modern translations or editions can have separate rights.
Before publishing
Check your jurisdiction, exact edition, trademark context, and whether you are copying a later adaptation. This page is a research aid, not legal advice.