Tales of the werewolf are well established as a sub-strand of the popular horror genre; less widely known is how far back in time their provenance lies. This is the first book in any language devoted to the werewolf tales that survive from antiquity, exploring their place alongside witches, ghosts, demons, and soul-flyers in a shared story-world.
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Publisher:
Oxford University Press, USA
Format:
Hardcover
Number of pages:
289
ISBN:
9780198854319
Publish year:
2021
Publish date:
Jan. 7, 2021
Daniel Ogden
Daniel Ogden is a renowned British historian and author, best known for his work "Greek Myth: A New Retelling." His writing style combines rigorous scholarship with engaging storytelling, bringing ancient myths to life for modern readers. Ogden's contributions to literature include shedding new light on the enduring power of Greek mythology.