Quote#Wisdom
Be careful of my guest — his safety is most precious to me. Should…
Quote byBram Stoker · 1847–1912
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Dracula's Guest (1914), Telegram to Bistritz from Count Dracula..
English (original)
Be careful of my guest — his safety is most precious to me. Should aught happen to him, or if he be missed, spare nothing to find him and ensure his safety. He is English and therefore adventurous. There are often dangers from snow and wolves and night. Lose not a moment if you suspect harm to him. I answer your zeal with my fortune.
— Bram Stoker
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