The Encyclopedia of Vampires, Werewolves, and Other Monsters
- ISBN-10
- 1438130015
- ISBN-13
- 9781438130019
- Category
- Monsters
- Pages
- 369
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2004
- Publisher
- Infobase Publishing
- Author
- Rosemary Guiley
Description
Monsters and shape-shifters have always held a special fascination in mythologies, legends, and folklore the world over. From ancient customs to famous cases of beasts and vampires and their reflections in popular culture, 600 entries provide definitions, explanations, and lists of suggested further reading.
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