Publisher's Synopsis
The Vampire in Europe is a comprehensive study of the history and folklore surrounding vampires in Europe, written by Montague Summers. The book delves into the origins of vampire legends, exploring the beliefs and customs of various cultures throughout history that have contributed to the development of vampire lore. Summers examines the various types of vampires, including the undead, the living, and the psychic, and discusses the ways in which they have been portrayed in literature, art, and film. He also explores the ways in which vampires have been used as a metaphor for various social and political issues throughout history. The Vampire in Europe is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of vampire mythology and its cultural significance.1929. This volume collects a number of histories of vampirism in European countries, including anecdotes told by peasants and some occasional folklore. Contents: author's introduction; the vampire in Greece and Rome of old; the vampire in England, Ireland, and in some Latin lands; Hungary and Czechoslovakia; modern Greece; Russia, Romania, and Bulgaria.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.
