Download or read book Legend of the Yorkshire Werewolf written by Trevor Whittemore and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2018-06-27 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you are a fan of "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" and have wondered to yourself where did it all begin? This series will make that clear and more. In 14th century England Ivor and his loyal dog Arthur live on the outskirts of the Yorkshire Wolds. A dense forest where King Edward III had his men cart off the afflicted dead where they were placed in a large pit deep within the forest. Then one full moon Ivor and Arthur his German wolf spitz are attacked by a pack of abnormally large grey wolves. That end up hurting Arthur chasing him off into the forest. Now Ivor is willing to do everything he can to save his dog including hiring the greatest wolf hunter and warrior in the land Byron Brookethorne who's skill with a sword and longbow is unmatched. Will the two brave men ever find Arthur or will they succumb to a fate worse than death.
Download or read book Legend of the Yorkshire Werewolf written by Trevor Whittemore and published by . This book was released on 2019-12-17 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Another Century has passed and so has the curse. Passed down to Olwen who lives in solitude in the same house that had been in his family for nearly a century. When a knock in the night turns into ominous fright there is no hiding from the beast within or the turn of events that are about to unfold as a young girl named Branwen and her family are being chased by a group of Gypsies intent on capturing Branwen. They soon meet Olwen who reluctantly helps them. Will they be saved or will the Gypsies take Branwen forever. Find out in this tale of ultimate survival and beware the moon.
Download or read book Legend of Yorkshire Werewolf Book 2 written by Trevor Whittemore and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2018-09-03 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The curse lives on nearly fifty two years later as Evan and his son Lloyd are nearly killed by a horrifying beast in a forest near Crickadarn on the night of the full moon. They both go on the run after finding out about their curse trying to find a way to live with it. Unable to escape it they are hunted by an enemy far greater than anything they could ever imagine. An enemy even more deadly than the beasts they are. Can the two of them escape the clutches of Austin a religious tyrant hell bent on finding and punishing them for the sins that they have no memory of ever committing. Evan will stop at nothing to protect his son Lloyd even if it costs him his life in this tale that shows just how strong a bond can be between father and son.
Download or read book The Book of Were Wolves written by Sabine Baring-Gould and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2019-09-25 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: The Book of Were-Wolves by Sabine Baring-Gould
Download or read book Werewolf Myths written by Jennifer Mason and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2017-12-15 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The werewolf, or lycanthrope, is a human that can take an animal form or an animal that can take human form. Shape-shifters are prevalent in the legends of world cultures, including the Greek minotaur, Celtic selkies, Navajo skin-walkers, and more, dating back to the oldest myths from around the globe. Cave paintings from 25,000 years ago depict images of half-human half-animal figures. This thrilling volume is full of grisly tales as well as surprising scientific explanations for some werewolf anecdotes. Remarkable artwork, coupled with spooky fact boxes, aid in producing a truly eerie reading experience.
Download or read book The Book of Were wolves written by Sabine Baring-Gould and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This special edition of 'The Book of Were-Wolves' was written by Sabine Baring-Gould, and first published in 1865, making it over 150 years old. This antiquarian text features sections on Lycanthropy Among the Ancients, The Were-Wolf in the Middle Ages, Jean Grenier, Folk-Lore Relating to Were-Wolves, Mythological Origin of the Were-Wolf Myth, and more. This is a fascinating insight in the the history of this mythology, and is an absolute must-have for all enthusiasts of old myths and superstitions. IMPORTANT NOTE - Please read BEFORE buying! THIS BOOK IS A REPRINT. IT IS NOT AN ORIGINAL COPY. This book is a reprint edition and is a perfect facsimile of the original book. It is not set in a modern typeface and has not been digitally enhanced. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed. At 'Black Books' we do not use OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology to reproduce text from scanned or other forms of images. This can result in everything from strange characters to gibberish text. We believe that reading an old book, exactly as it was, is the most satisfying way to read it. DISCLAIMER: Due to the age of this book, some methods, beliefs, or practices may have been deemed unsafe, undesirable, or unacceptable in the interim years. In utilizing the information herein, you do so at your own risk. We republish antiquarian books without judgment, solely for their historical and cultural importance, and for educational purposes. If purchasing a book more than 50 years old, especially for a minor, please use due diligence and vet the text before gifting.
Download or read book The Book of Were wolves written by Sabine Baring-Gould and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 1865 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Sabine Baring-Gould (1834-1924) was a prolific writer, priest, and an eclectic scholar. He considered collecting folk songs and lore to be among his greatest achievements. His studies of folklore led him to delve into the study of werewolves and why superstitions about lycanthropy persisted over the ages in so many cultures. In addition to providing a history of the subject in this book he also recounts in detail the story of the Maréchal de Retz, who was executed in 1440 for the serial murders of children but was also suspected of being a werewolf. This work is one of the most frequently cited studies on the subject. Bound in the original red publisher's cloth with ornate gilt title to spine and gilt ornament with figure of a wolf on the front cover." -- description from The Kelmscott Bookshop, bookseller.
Download or read book The Werewolf in Lore and Legend written by Montague Summers and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2003-12-01 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published: The werewolf. London: K. Paul, Trench, Trubner, 1933.
Download or read book The Book of Were Wolves Study on Lycanthropy written by Sabine Baring-Gould and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2021-05-07 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book of Were-Wolves is a classic work of European lore on lycanthropy in particular pertaining to werewolves. The book deals with three subjects: 1) Summarizing folklore and beliefs about werewolves and related phenomena; 2) Collecting specific cases from ancient, medieval, and modern histories; 3) Explaining the origins of the beliefs and demythologize the superstition. The author treats the phenomenon of the werewolf as a psychological aberration, as essentially a delusional state. He also relates it to cannibalism and to the behavior of the notorious Norse berserkers, who would suffer from an insane battle rage. Speculations on the origin the various names by which werewolves were known in different European languages is intriguing, especially the idea that the term may derive from a word for an outlaw, a man condemned effectively to run with the wolves.
Download or read book The Book of Werewolves written by Sabine Baring-Gould and published by ببلومانيا للنشر والتوزيع. This book was released on 2024-03-23 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Book of Werewolves" is a work by Sabine Baring-Gould, first published in 1865. It is a comprehensive study of werewolf lore, exploring the history, mythology, and cultural significance of werewolves throughout various regions and time periods. In the book, Baring-Gould delves into the origins of werewolf beliefs, tracing them back to ancient times and examining their evolution across different cultures, including Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology, as well as medieval European folklore. He explores the psychological and societal factors that may have contributed to the development of werewolf legends, including superstition, fear of the unknown, and the human fascination with shape-shifting and the supernatural. Baring-Gould also examines real-life cases of supposed werewolf sightings and incidents, offering critical analysis and skepticism where appropriate. He discusses the legal and judicial treatment of alleged werewolves, as well as the ways in which werewolf mythology has been portrayed in literature, art, and popular culture. "The Book of Werewolves" is considered a seminal work in the study of werewolf folklore and has influenced subsequent research on the subject. Baring-Gould's comprehensive and scholarly approach to the topic continues to be valued by historians, folklorists, and enthusiasts of the supernatural.
Download or read book Werewolf Under the Moon s Curse written by ChatStick Team and published by ChatStick Team. This book was released on 2023-08-08 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 🌜🐺 Dive into the mystical world of "Werewolf: Under the Moon's Curse"! Crafted by the ChatStick Team, this book takes you on a thrilling journey through the ages, following the 🐾footprints of the legendary werewolf. Unearth ancient folklore, 💫navigate through harrowing tales from the Middle Ages, and explore the werewolf's transformation within 🎬modern pop culture. From the symbolic 🌕moon-cursed transformations to the reflection of our own wild side, the werewolf has captivated our imaginations for centuries. Learn about real-world 'werewolves' and how this creature blurs the lines between 🌟myth and reality. Join us as we howl at the moon, echoing the werewolf's primal call. 📖 https://www.chatstickmarket.com/ https://www.chatvariety.com/
Download or read book The Werewolf in the Ancient World written by Daniel Ogden and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2021-01-07 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tales of the werewolf are well established as a sub-strand of the popular horror genre; less widely known is how far back in time their provenance lies. This is the first book in any language devoted to the werewolf tales that survive from antiquity, exploring their place alongside witches, ghosts, demons, and soul-flyers in a shared story-world.
Download or read book Werewolf Legends written by Willem de Blécourt and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-09-30 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book brings together contributions from anthropologists and folklorists on werewolf legends from all over Europe. Ranging from broad overviews to specific case studies, their chapters highlight the similarities and differences between werewolf narratives in different areas and attempt to explain them. The result of interaction between elite and popular culture, local and external influences, and nature and culture that lasted several centuries or even more, nineteenth- to twenty-first-century werewolf legends represent a kaleidoscope of the darker sides of human life.
Download or read book Werewolf Stories written by Nick Redfern and published by Visible Ink Press. This book was released on 2023-09-12 with total page 712 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beware the Full Moon! Take a hair-raising tour of werewolf legends. Meet shape-shifters, dogmen, and all variety of human and lupine mixes in this blood curling story collection from two distinguished paranormal researchers! From today's lycanthropic creatures found in pop culture such as Dracula, Twilight and An American Werewolf in London to the earliest mentions in folklore of the shape-shifting legend, Werewolf Stories: Shape-Shifters, Lycanthropes, and Man-Beasts is an eye-opening tour through the ages of all things werewolf. Along the way, readers land at the doorstep of creatures like serial killer Fritz Haarmann, tiger people and their thirst for human blood, Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome, shapeshifters of all kinds and sizes, and even a spell to repel werewolves. This fascinating tome provides 140,000 years of blood-pounding evidence of strange and obsessional behavior. It tells of stories of becoming a werewolf and the intricacies of slaying the beast. A true homage to the creature, it includes full moon of topics such as … Fenrir, the wolf child of the giantess Angrboda and the god Loki, from the Old Norse myth of Ragnarok Notorious serial killers, including Peter Stumpp and Michael Lupo, who thought themselves to be—and modeled their crimes on—werewolves Coyote people, tricksters, and were-animals of Navajo legend The Basque butchers of Louisiana and the loup-garou Diana, the goddess of the wilderness and the hunt, and her pack of hunting dogs, who once ruled all the dark forests of Europe Leopard creature-men and the deadly cult whose members expressed their were-leopard lust for human blood and flesh that has been in existence in West Africa for several hundred years The “werewolf of the Dordogne,” Francis Leroy, and his uncontrollable bloodlust during the full moon The secret terrorist group Organization Werewolf, established in 1923, and its possible allegiance to Adolf Hitler Ghouls from Arabic folklore, the demonic Djinns that hover near burial grounds and sustain themselves on human flesh stolen from graves Tasmania’s thylacine and sightings of the “probably extinct” creature and its remarkable—and frightening—jaw capacity Alaska’s Kushtaka and other stories of the Bigfoot man-beast Puerto Rico’s chupacabra and its powerful goat-like legs, three-clawed feet, and penchant for sucking blood The Doñas de Fuera of Sicily, small fairies who looked human, aside from their paw-like feet, and were cruel and dangerous when crossed Enkidu, perhaps our earliest written record of a man-beast that appears on a Babylonian fragment circa 2000 BCE and tells the story of King Gilgamesh and his werewolf-like friend in The Epic of Gilgamesh And many more stories and histories of werewolves, night-stalkers, lycanthropes, and man-beasts Noted cryptozoologists and paranormal researchers Nick Redfern and Brad Steiger share personal stories and encounters with werewolves in Werewolf Stories. They take a deep dive into the legends, the history, the pop-culture take on the man-beast. It's a wild and weird road-trip into the mystery-filled domain of the disturbingly real world of shape-shifters and werewolves!
Download or read book The Legend of Werewolves written by Emma McCarthy and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-08-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the Mysteries of the Werewolf Legend: From Ancient Myths to Modern Interpretations Journey into the heart of one of humanity's most enduring and enigmatic legends-the werewolf. In The Legend of Werewolves: Myths, Origins, and Modern Interpretations, author Emma delves deep into the folklore, history, and psychology behind these fascinating creatures of the night. Discover how the werewolf myth has evolved from its ancient roots in Greek and Roman mythology, through the dark forests of medieval Europe, and into the modern age, where it continues to captivate the imagination. Explore the terrifying werewolf trials of the 16th and 17th centuries, where superstition and fear led to tragic consequences. This book also examines the werewolf as a powerful symbol of our internal conflicts, representing the struggle between civilization and savagery, reason and instinct. Whether you're interested in the folklore of werewolves, the psychological aspects of human transformation, or the cultural significance of these mythical creatures, this book offers a comprehensive exploration that will satisfy your curiosity. What You'll Discover Inside: The origins of the werewolf legend in ancient mythology and shamanistic practices. The evolution of werewolves in medieval European folklore and their association with witchcraft. Fascinating accounts of werewolf trials and the social impact of these historical events. How the werewolf legend has been reinterpreted in modern literature, urban legends, and pop culture. A deep dive into the psychological and symbolic meanings behind the werewolf myth. Whether you're a fan of paranormal and supernatural phenomena, a student of folklore and mythology, or someone who loves exploring the darker aspects of history, The Legend of Werewolves will take you on a thrilling journey through the ages. Unlock the secrets of the werewolf and discover why this legendary creature continues to haunt our dreams and ignite our imaginations. Perfect for readers who enjoy: Mythology and folklore Paranormal and supernatural creatures Medieval history and legends Psychological symbolism in myths Urban legends and modern interpretations Get your copy today and immerse yourself in the mysterious world of werewolves!
Download or read book Werewolves written by Charles River Editors and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-13 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *Includes pictures *Includes excerpts of medieval accounts *Includes a bibliography for further reading Werewolves have long been a staple of popular culture. In the 19th century and 20th century, there were countless books, plays, and films about people who turned into wolves or wolf like humanoids and went on rampages. The figure of the werewolf is so familiar that people across the world are familiar with the folklore, and the beliefs that they transform during a full moon, can only be stopped with silver, and transmit their disease by biting their victims. In fact, those beliefs were not originally part of werewolf folklore, but later embellishments by artists. The belief in lycanthropy is far older and more complex than most people suspect, dating all the way back to antiquity, and werewolves were once assumed to be very real. Indeed, people were even put on trial and executed because the courts of law were convinced they could change their form and kill innocent people. For thousands of years, werewolves have represented a strange and ancient tradition that still echoes through culture to this day. Werewolves: The Legends and Folk Tales about Humans Shapeshifting into Wolves chronicles the ancient traditions and origins behind the belief in the existence of werewolves. Along with pictures of important people, places, and events, you will learn about werewolves like never before.
Download or read book Werewolves written by Gary Jeffrey and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2011-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Werewolves are some of the most feared mythical creatures ever imagined. In this exciting resource, readers discover legends of werewolves that have been told throughout the world—from France to the United States. The featured tale of the werewolf of Klein-Krams is presented in gripping graphic-novel form, with eye-catching artwork and accessible text that even the most reluctant readers will enjoy. Fascinating facts explain how this story and others like it originated. Readers will even learn important lessons like what it takes to defeat a werewolf.
