Beliefs and philosophy Stoker was raised a Protestant in the Church of Ireland. He was a strong supporter of the Liberal Party and took a keen interest in Irish affairs. As a "philosophical home ruler", he supported Home Rule for Ireland brought about by peaceful means. He remained an ardent monarchist who believed that Ireland should remain within the British Empire. He was an admirer of Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone, whom he knew personally, and supported his plans for Ireland.Murray, Paul. From the Shadow of Dracula: A Life of Bram Stoker. 2004.
Beliefs and philosophy Stoker was raised a Protestant in the Church of Ireland He was a strong supporter of the Liberal Party and took a keen interest in Irish affairs As a "philosophical home ruler" he supported Home Rule for Ireland brought about by peaceful means He remained an ardent monarchist who believed that Ireland should remain within the British Empire He was an admirer of Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone whom he knew personally and supported his plans for IrelandMurray Paul From the Shadow of Dracula A Life of Bram Stoker 2004