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Dr. Seward’s Diary - 3 October
An Analysis of Chapter 23
Tone
Tension, Despair, Determination, Urgency
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrilling - (4) | Clear - (4) | Explosive - (5) | A little - (2) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
The group awaits reinforcements and Van Helsing tries to maintain hope. Mina is hypnotized, revealing Dracula is on a ship, and the team prepares to track him down.
In more detail...
In Dr. Seward's diary entry dated 3 October, the group is anxious while waiting for Godalming and Morris. Van Helsing attempts to keep morale high, especially for the distraught Jonathan. He discusses Dracula's history and knowledge, explaining the importance of completely vanquishing him. Mina, who has been acting as a conduit for Dracula's thoughts, receives another note suggesting Dracula's movements. Harker is consumed by vengefulness and Van Helsing soothes the group. Godalming and Morris arrive with news of destroying six of Dracula's boxes at their located sites. A moment of panic arises when a telegram suggests Dracula is on the move. Attempts to catch Dracula at the house fail and the count escapes, warning them of his impending revenge. Van Helsing destroys any remaining useful items for Dracula in the house. As dawn approaches, Mina urges Van Helsing to hypnotize her, revealing a disjointed connection to Dracula's whereabouts on a ship. The group resolves to find him, despite the risk.
Characters
- Dr. John Seward
- About - Seward observes Jonathan's emotional turmoil and participates in the plan to capture Dracula.
- Personality Traits - Observant, logical, with a scientific approach.
- Physical Characteristics - Not described in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Jonathan Harker - They collaborate in the plan against Dracula and share concern for Mina.
- Van Helsing - Looks to Van Helsing for leadership and participates in Mina's hypnotism.
- Mina Harker - Worries about her well-being and participates in helping her.
- Professor Van Helsing
- About - Van Helsing attempts to invigorate the group, leads the planning and hypnotizes Mina to glean information on Dracula's whereabouts.
- Personality Traits - Intellectual, methodical, compassionate, and determined.
- Physical Characteristics - Not described in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Mina Harker - Hypnotizes her to gain insights on Dracula and consoles her husband.
- Jonathan Harker - Provides comfort to him regarding Mina and instructs the group in their quest against Dracula.
- Mina Harker
- About - Mina is used as a conduit to Dracula's actions through hypnotism, displaying bravery and selflessness.
- Personality Traits - Brave, selfless, caring, demonstrates strength in the face of adversity.
- Physical Characteristics - Youthful, beautiful, with a red scar on her forehead from Dracula's previous attack.
- Character Connections
- Jonathan Harker - Her husband, whom she comforts and supports despite her own fear.
- Van Helsing - Submits to his hypnotism to help the group locate Dracula.
- Jonathan Harker
- About - Harker experiences significant emotional distress over Mina's condition but remains committed to destroying Dracula.
- Personality Traits - Becomes vengeful and expresses a willingness to sacrifice his soul to destroy Dracula.
- Physical Characteristics - His appearance changes from youthful to haggard with white hair and sorrowful lines on his face.
- Character Connections
- Mina Harker - Worried for her safety and driven by a desire to protect her.
- Van Helsing - Follows Van Helsing's lead and takes active part in the planning against Dracula.
- Quincey Morris
- About - Morris, with Godalming, reports the destruction of more of Dracula's boxes and helps guard the house.
- Personality Traits - Action-oriented, brave, plays a protective role.
- Physical Characteristics - Not described in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Arthur Godalming - They work together on the mission to destroy Dracula's boxes.
- Mina Harker - Participates in guarding her and the house.
- Arthur Godalming
- About - Lord Godalming aids in efforts to locate and destroy Dracula's boxes and is involved in the attempt to capture Dracula.
- Personality Traits - Dedicated, willing to act swiftly, firm in his resolve.
- Physical Characteristics - Not described in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Quincey Morris - Side by side they tackle the task of eliminating Dracula's boxes.
- Mina Harker - Takes part in ensuring Mina's safety.
- Count Dracula
- About - Dracula's presence is felt through his manipulations and movements. He eludes capture and taunts the group with his continued plan of revenge.
- Personality Traits - Evasive, cruel, intelligent, and disdainful of his pursuers.
- Physical Characteristics - Described through actions that are panther-like and movements that show unhuman characteristics.
- Character Connections
- Jonathan Harker - Object of Harker's deep hatred and targeted for destruction.
- Mina Harker - She is psychologically connected to him through the vampire's mark; serves as the conduit during hypnotism.