Vampires
By: Joules Taylor
Publisher: Spruce; Distributed in the U.S. and Canada for Octopus Books USA, Hachette Book Group USA
Published: 2009
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9781846013454
Subjects: Vampires; Vampires in literature; Vampire films; History and criticism
Description: For anyone touched by the vampire's flight through recent movies, TV shows and novels, here is a feast of vampire stories and lore. Charting the development of the vampire from the prince of pure evil to heartbroken anti-hero, the Vampire Handbook is a comprehensive guide to the vampire's nocturnal realm, exploring the dark mysteries of his eternal allure, irresistible charm and vulnerability.--From publisher description.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 184-187) and index.
Table of contents: title: Vampires: body & soul; title: The origins of vampires; title: The evolution of vampires; title: Vampires & popular culture.