The White Wolf of the Hartz Mountains (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

From the adventurous mind of Frederick Marryat, the famed naval officer and prolific author, comes a chilling and influential early tale of lycanthropy that is a cornerstone of Gothic horror.

The White Wolf of the Hartz Mountains takes place in the mysterious, folklore-rich depths of the German Hartz forests. A handsome, unsuspecting traveler becomes enchanted by a beautiful, enigmatic young woman he meets in a remote valley. However, the locals whisper terrifying legends of a ferocious White Wolf that preys on the innocent under the moon. As the traveler's passion deepens, so does the surrounding peril, leading to a horrifying revelation about the true, transforming nature of his lover and the dark legacy of the mountains.

This story is an essential read for fans of classic supernatural fiction, Gothic Romance, and the origins of the enduring werewolf myth in Western literature.

Author: Frederick Marryat
Publisher: Fantasy and Horror Classics
Published: 05/05/2011
Pages: 44
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.15lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.11d
ISBN: 9781447404507