Classic Literature· International
The Man
by Bram StokerAggregate Editorial Score35/100
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Published 1905English
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Few works of classic literature have earned the sustained critical attention that The Man (1905) by Bram Stoker continues to receive. The Man by Bram Stoker (1905) stands as an enduring testament to the power of storytelling, captivating readers for over a century.
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Bram Stoker published The Man in 1905, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of classic literature from International. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation.
Critics and institutions have consistently placed The Man among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 35/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals.
The appeal of The Man lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page.
Bram Stoker's role in the literature of International is well established. The Man can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
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notable · national
190535
Bram Stoker is a celebrated author from Ireland known for influential works of horror.
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