Lost Bram Stoker Story 'Gibbet Hill' Rediscovered After 134 Years

Amateur historian Brian Cleary found the forgotten tale in a Dublin library, offering new insights into Stoker's early writing career.

The short story 'Gibbet Hill' was published in 1890 and remained undocumented for over a century until its recent discovery.
Brian Cleary, an amateur historian, uncovered the story while browsing archives at the National Library of Ireland in 2023.
The narrative is set in Surrey and involves a sailor's murder and the hanging of the criminals as a warning to travelers.
Stoker biographer Paul Murray highlights the story's significance in understanding Stoker's development as an author.
The story will be republished with illustrations, with proceeds supporting hearing loss research through the Charlotte Stoker Fund.