Werewolves (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161405248)

Werewolves is a book written by O'Donnell, Elliott that explores the mythological and cultural history of werewolves. The author delves into the origins of the werewolf legend, tracing it back to ancient times and examining its evolution over the centuries. The book also explores the role of werewolves in popular culture, from classic horror movies to modern TV shows and literature. The author analyzes the psychological and cultural significance of werewolves, examining how they have been used to explore themes of identity, transformation, and the human condition. The book is a fascinating exploration of one of the most enduring and captivating legends in human history.Contents: what is a werewolf; werewolf metamorphosis compared with other branches of lycanthropy; spirits of werewolves; how to become a werewolf; werewolves and exorcism; werewolf in the British Isles, France, Germany, Austria-Hungary and Balkan Peninsula, Spain, Belgium, The Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Lapland, Finland, Russia and Siberia; werewolves and vampires and ghouls; lycanthropous brook in the Harz Mountains, or the case of the Countess Hilda Von Breber; werewolves and Maras of Denmark.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Elliott O'Donnell
ISBN-10: 1161405240
ISBN-13: 9781161405248
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 298
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.62lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.69d