Unable to kill the Master&mdash;the powerful vampire behind the epidemic infesting New York City&mdash;Dr. Ephraim Goodweather begins to self-destruct as battle lines are drawn. It's now up to a handful of humans&mdash;an ailing pawnbroker, an exterminator, a scientist, a gangbanger, and an alcoholic&mdash;to stop an ancient evil from devouring the human race! This collection includes issues #1–#4 of the acclaimed series and the short story featured in <i>Dark Horse Presents</i>. <br><br>* Soon to be a TV show on FX! <br><br>* The Strain Trilogy continues with <i>THE FALL</i>!