Publisher's Synopsis
""The Werewolf"" by Montague Summers is a classic horror novel that tells the story of a young man named Count Eric Stanislaus Stenbock who becomes a werewolf after being bitten by a mysterious creature. As he struggles to control his animalistic urges and keep his monstrous nature hidden from the world, he must also confront the dark forces that seek to destroy him. Set in the Gothic landscape of 19th century Europe, this novel is a thrilling and chilling tale of horror, suspense, and supernatural power. With its vivid descriptions of the werewolf's transformation and the eerie atmosphere of the haunted castle where much of the story takes place, ""The Werewolf"" is a must-read for fans of classic horror literature.1933. Firmly convinced of the literal and enduring reality of the werewolf, the late Reverend Montague Summers has a wonderful time recounting the fantastic European history of �������that most terrible and depraved of all the bond slaves of Satan.������� Illustrated. Contents: Introduction; Werewolf: lycanthropy; Werewolf: his science and practice; Werewolf in Greece and Italy, Spain and Portugal; Werewolf in England and Wales, Scotland and Ireland; Werewolf in France; Werewolf in the North, in Russia and Germany; Note on the werewolf in literature; Bibliography; Witch ointments, by Dr. H. J. Norman.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.
