{"product_id":"the-book-of-werewolves-9781396324963","title":"The Book of Werewolves","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eUnmask the truth behind the legend: Embark on a captivating investigation into the history and myth of werewolves.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelve into a world where folklore and fact collide, guided by the renowned Victorian scholar Sabine Baring-Gould. This unique treatise begins with a meticulous examination of shape-shifting myths across cultures, from ancient Greece to medieval Europe. Prepare to encounter fascinating literary references and delve into the scientific theories once used to explain the phenomenon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut \"The Book of Werewolves\" is far from an academic tome. As you progress, prepare for a thrilling shift in tone. Baring-Gould takes you on a dark journey through \"true crime\" accounts of individuals accused of lycanthropic acts. From cannibalistic serial killers to those driven by macabre obsessions, these unsettling case studies, including the infamous tale of Gilles de Rais, offer a glimpse into the darker corners of human psychology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThough their connection to werewolves may seem tenuous, these accounts raise intriguing questions about our fascination with the beast within. Is lycanthropy merely a monstrous myth, or a reflection of our primal fears and desires?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The Book of Werewolves\" invites you to explore this enigmatic subject from a multitude of angles. It's a captivating blend of historical analysis, chilling true crime, and folkloric wonder, guaranteed to leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the legend of the werewolf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Sabine Baring-Gould\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Left of Brain Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/31\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 158\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.38lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.25w x 0.43d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781396324963","brand":"Left of Brain Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43332180443251,"sku":"9.7814E+12","price":32.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/files\/img_c45e0d11-a79d-4164-96a1-e977ed7acb3a.jpg?v=1754656635","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/the-book-of-werewolves-9781396324963","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}