Point of Significance #1 - Character

   In the second chapter, Dracula is portrayed as a tall old man with a long, white moustache, wearing only black. Right away, the reader is shown that there is something odd about Count Dracula. Jonathan Harker, one of the main characters, notices the Count's unnatural strength and unusually cold body temperature. The Count is introduced to the reader as a secretive, and courteous man. However, in the third chapter, the reader is shown a different side of the Count--the cruel side that can be seen just under the surface of his usual facade. While resting in the Count's library, Jonathan witnesses Dracula's true strength and the fury that the Count is capable of feeling. Unfortunately for Jonathan, he believes this was all a dream and so does not begin to look at the Count in a different light. This will likely lead to a conflict which will show Jonathan the extent of the Count's fury. The conflict would have to occur when Jonathan can be sure that he is not dreaming.