Varney the Vampire or The Feast of Blood is a gothic horror novel written by Thomas Preskett Prest. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume being the continuation of the story. The novel follows the story of Sir Francis Varney, a vampire who has been cursed to roam the earth for eternity. The plot revolves around Varney's attempts to find a cure for his vampirism, his interactions with the human characters, and his constant battles with other vampires.The second volume of the book continues with Varney's story as he becomes romantically involved with Flora Bannerworth, a young woman who is haunted by the mysterious death of her father. Varney's presence in the Bannerworth household leads to a series of events that threaten the lives of Flora and her family. The novel is filled with suspense, horror, and drama as the characters try to unravel the mystery of Varney's existence and find a way to stop his reign of terror.Overall, Varney the Vampire or The Feast of Blood is a classic gothic horror novel that has influenced the genre for generations. The book is a must-read for fans of horror and vampire fiction, as it provides a unique and terrifying perspective on the supernatural world. Thomas Preskett Prest's writing style is engaging and immersive, making the reader feel as though they are part of the story.Shorter version.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.