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Vampires of Lore: Traits and Modern Misconceptions is a concise and engaging exploration of the myths, beliefs, and pop-culture constructs that shape the modern image of the vampire, written by A. P. Sylvia, a folklore enthusiast with a deep interest in supernatural traditions. Sylvia traces the origins of familiar vampire traits—fangs, aversion to sunlight, shape-shifting, and more—back to their roots in global folklore, then contrasts them with the cinematic and literary inventions that have since taken hold. Organized by specific characteristics and richly illustrated, the book invites readers to consider what aspects of the vampire are truly ancient and which are the product of twentieth-century imagination.
This hardcover edition measures 6 × 9 inches.
Vampires of Lore: Traits and Modern Misconceptions is a concise and engaging exploration of the myths, beliefs, and pop-culture constructs that shape the modern image of the vampire, written by A. P. Sylvia, a folklore enthusiast with a deep interest in supernatural traditions. Sylvia traces the origins of familiar vampire traits—fangs, aversion to sunlight, shape-shifting, and more—back to their roots in global folklore, then contrasts them with the cinematic and literary inventions that have since taken hold. Organized by specific characteristics and richly illustrated, the book invites readers to consider what aspects of the vampire are truly ancient and which are the product of twentieth-century imagination.
This hardcover edition measures 6 × 9 inches.
