Apocalypticism is another factor of a gothic novel found in Dracula. Apocalypticism is the religious belief that the world is heading to end at a specific time. Those people who are dedicated believe they must plan for this event. The people of Transylvania assume that Dracula is a symbol of Satan and is a sign of the annihilation. He represents each of the evils in their society. Just about every time Dracula is seen or mentioned the people become extremely fearful and cross themselves to protect themselves from Dracula and his supernatural powers that he uses against the people and show that they are faithful to God. When Jonathan will Castle Dracula an old lady that he has just meet at his arrival to a tiny town where he spends a short time
