Publisher's Synopsis
The Vampire In Greece And Rome Of Old is a book written by Montague Summers. It is a comprehensive study of the origins and history of the vampire myth in ancient Greece and Rome. The author explores the various legends, beliefs, and practices surrounding vampires in these cultures, including the rituals and superstitions associated with the undead. The book examines the literary and artistic representations of vampires in ancient Greece and Rome, and how they evolved over time. It also delves into the religious and cultural beliefs that contributed to the development of the vampire myth, including the influence of ancient gods and goddesses, and the role of death and the afterlife in these cultures.Summers draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, folklore, and historical accounts, to provide a detailed and fascinating account of the vampire in Greece and Rome. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the vampire myth, ancient mythology and folklore, or the cultural and religious practices of ancient Greece and Rome.THIS 82 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Vampire in Europe, by Montague Summers. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135764.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
