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- Rediscover the precursors to and the cultural and historical ancestors of the modern-day vampire--the most powerful of all the forms taken by the undead--in this hauntingly illustrated volume.
- About the Author: Agnes Hollyhock is a lifelong Wiccan with an affinity for runes casting and tarot reading.
- 176 Pages
- Body + Mind + Spirit, Supernatural (incl. Ghosts)
- Series Name: Folklore Legends
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"Vampires is your beautifully illustrated mystical guide to the undead and their lore throughout the centuries"--Book Synopsis
Rediscover the precursors to and the cultural and historical ancestors of the modern-day vampire--the most powerful of all the forms taken by the undead--in this hauntingly illustrated volume. The idea of a supernatural being with a never-ending, insatiable appetite for blood or human viscera has plagued the human mind for centuries, appearing in mythology and folklore from all corners of the world. Why were people of the past so concerned with such a creature? What worries and anxieties about human nature and existence could conjure up such a monster? What's the true relationship between vampires and werewolves? Those of us in the present day are no less fascinated, taking these tales and reinventing and revitalizing them to embody our fears and desires in equal turn, ensuring that these undead beings will truly live on forever. Timed to the rekindling of vampire fascination sparked by director Robert Eggers's classic reimagining Nosferatu (2024), Vampires explores the imagination, stories, and culture of these bloodthirsty creatures of the night by reintroducing the very first beliefs of vampires across a wide variety of cultures and geographic regions. Learn the history of your favorite monsters and their characteristics such as:- Shroud Eaters: German vampires who feed on their burial shrouds, other corpses, psychic energy, and human flesh
- Strigoi: Medieval vampires from Slavic folklore. One story associated with them may have been the origin of vampires drinking blood from their victims' throats.
- Jiangshi: An undead revenant from China. They are said to derive their supernatural powers from the moon, so are at their weakest during the day or on a new moon.
- Dhampirs: Monsters, or misunderstood? The children of vampires and humans, Balkan folklore suggests that dhampirs make the ideal vampire hunters, as they can eliminate vampires with any tools at their disposal.
- And more!
Featuring intricate illustrations, this ghoulish handbook looks back to the folklore throughout the centuries of the undead. Find the vampires you never knew existed and reveal the history of the undead.
The Folklore Legends series summons the mythical, magical, and mysterious creatures of lore out of the shadows with in-depth explorations of their stories and histories. Featuring original, woodcut illustrations and tales both famous and forgotten, these display-worthy volumes reveal the common traits, cultural variations, and appearances of these legendary beings across time and around the world.
The series includes: Witchcraft, Dragons, Werewolves, and Mermaids.Review Quotes
"An extraordinary and unreservedly recommended pick."
--Midwest Book ReviewAbout the Author
Agnes Hollyhock is a lifelong Wiccan with an affinity for runes casting and tarot reading. She practices her craft in the Northeastern United States, where she lives with her beloved pet companions, cat Jack and tarantula Sally.Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.6 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.0 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 176
Genre: Body + Mind + Spirit
Sub-Genre: Supernatural (incl. Ghosts)
Series Title: Folklore Legends
Publisher: Wellfleet Press
Format: Hardcover
Author: Agnes Hollyhock
Language: English
Street Date: August 13, 2024
TCIN: 91952005
UPC: 9781577154464
Item Number (DPCI): 247-20-6316
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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