"The House of the Vampire" is a novel written by George Sylvester Viereck, first published in 1907. It's a Gothic horror novel that follows the story of a young man named Leslie Charteris, who becomes entangled with a mysterious and enigmatic figure known as the "Master." The plot unfolds as Charteris visits an old friend, the Baron Rudolphe de Graat, in Vienna. There, he encounters the charismatic but sinister figure of the Master, who exerts a hypnotic influence over him. As Charteris becomes more deeply involved with the Master and his circle of followers, he finds himself drawn into a world of dark secrets and forbidden desires. "The House of the Vampire" explores themes of obsession, addiction, and the supernatural, as Charteris grapples with the allure of the Master and the sinister forces at play. The novel is known for its atmospheric prose, vivid descriptions, and exploration of psychological themes. While not as well-known as some other works in the vampire genre, "The House of the Vampire" is considered a classic of early Gothic literature and has influenced subsequent generations of writers and filmmakers.