{"product_id":"9781577155591-werewolves","title":"Werewolves","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Handbook of History \u0026amp; Lore of the Creatures of the Night\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWerewolves \u003c\/i\u003eis your beautifully illustrated guide to the hairy monsters of legend and lore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the legends and lore behind the werewolf—one of the most enduring mythical monsters—in this gorgeously illustrated volume. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAre you afraid of the big, bad wolf? From ancient folklore to modern popular culture, werewolves have both fascinated and frightened. From where did tales of this often misunderstood monster emerge? And how has the idea of werewolf transformation evolved over the centuries?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArriving just in time for director Robert Eggers’s next folklore masterpiece\u003ci\u003e Werewulf \u003c\/i\u003e(2026), \u003ci\u003eWerewolves \u003c\/i\u003eexplores the historical origins of werewolf mythology, examining everything from early stories of werewolf curses across various cultures to their appearance in timeless fairy- and folktales. Featuring \u003cb\u003estunning wood-cut style illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003etea-stained pages\u003c\/b\u003e, this book is the ultimate guide to lycanthropy. Discover what truly defines a werewolf, how the full moon and silver became integral to their lore, and how attitudes around these powerful creatures have shifted over time. This well-researched guide offers a deep dive into werewolf mythology, separating fact from fiction in an engaging way. Learn all about these captivating monsters, including:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe transmogrification (or transformation) process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAncient myths and legends of werewolves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular werewolves in literature and film\u003cbr\u003eThe deep connection to vampires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhether you’re a werewolf enthusiast, on Team Vampire and want to understand your adversary better, a horror fanatic, or a lover of paranormal and supernatural fantasy, \u003ci\u003eWerewolves \u003c\/i\u003eis the perfect source for all your burning questions about these iconic creatures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eFolklore Legends\u003c\/b\u003e series summons the mythical, magical, and mysterious creatures of lore out of the shadows with in-depth explorations of their stories and histories. Featuring original, woodcut illustrations and tales both famous and forgotten, these display-worthy volumes reveal the common traits, cultural variations, and appearances of these legendary beings across time and around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe series includes: \u003ci\u003eWitchcraft\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eVampires\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDragons\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eMermaids\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56729127584118,"sku":"9781577155591","price":12.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/orig_40925248_f974ed88-8561-4f08-8965-3c4a638d61b1.jpg?v=1776908727","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9781577155591-werewolves","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}