The Secret History of Vampires
Their Multiple Forms and Hidden Purposes
$31.99
- Paperback
200 pages
- Release Date
2 January 2010
Summary
A look at the forgotten ancestors of the modern-day vampire, many of which have very different characteristics.
- Looks at the many ancestral forms of the modern vampire, including shroud eaters, appesarts, and stafi.
- Presents evidence for the reality of this phenomenon from pre-19th-century newspaper articles and judicial records.
Of all forms taken by the undead, the vampire wields the most powerful pull on the modern imagination. But the countless movies…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781594773259 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1594773254 |
| Author: | Claude Lecouteux |
| Publisher: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Imprint: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 200 |
| Release Date: | 2 January 2010 |
| Weight: | 254g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm x 15mm |
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Critics Review
“Vampire lovers will in fact love this book …”
“Both scholarly and accessible in this translation, The Secret History of Vampires is a gem. Lecouteux reveals ancient precursors to the vampire myth that are overlooked by most researchers. These and other theories are backed by a plethora of supporting evidence, including primary sources in the appendices, making this a must-add to any vampire library.” * Konstantinos, author of Vampires: The Occult Truth *
” … readers interested in exploring vampire legend and lore will find this to be a book they can really sink their teeth into.” * Richard D. Wright, Tranquil Things, Jan 2010 *
“The book is comprehensive and small enough to provide a source as a great sit down-with-coffee book. Vampire lovers will in fact love this book … feels comprehensive and intriguing enough to perhaps give you an edge over vampiric discussions in the future–enjoy! * Bone Digger, horrornews.net, March 2010 *
“Anyone curious into the origins of myths in general and the public perception of vampires in particular absolutely must read The Secret History of Vampires! Highly recommended especially for public library folklore shelves.” * The Midwest Book Review, April 2010 *
“The best-seller lists are fang-deep in vampire tales … So, to educate myself, I read a rather serious, scholarly tome on the subject: The Secret History of Vampires … Oh, what legends and stories are between these pages! … The dead are, indeed, dangerous.” * Ann LaFarge, Hudson Valley News, Vol. 1, Issue 25, May 2010 *
” … a serious academic work on the real thing.” * The Cauldron, September 2010 *
“Vampire lovers will in fact love this book …” * HorrorNews.net, January 2011 *
“Something for the serious student of the occult. It is a guaranteed page turner!” * EarthRites.org, May 2011 *
“The book is excellent for any library, be the owner vampire or vampire hunter or simply the paranormal enthusiast or admirer from afar, wishing for a bite.” * Examiner.com *
About The Author
Claude Lecouteux
Claude Lecouteux (1943–2025) was a former professor of medieval literature and civilization at the Sorbonne and author of numerous books on medieval and pagan afterlife beliefs, including The Return of the Dead and Witches, Werewolves, and Fairies.
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