Mysteries of the Werewolf: Shapeshifting, Magic, and Protection

by Claude Lecouteux

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An exploration of werewolf beliefs and legends from Classical Antiquity to the post-medieval period

* Examines werewolf tales and stories from early Greece, Scandinavia, France, Germany, Eastern Europe, China, and Japan, as well as legends of other shapeshifting creatures such as were-tigers, were-jackals, and were-caribou

* Looks at the various ways people become werewolves, including pacts with the devil, magic, and spells, and explores ways to identify, escape, and do away with werewolves

* Includes the trial records from medieval Europe for individuals who were tried on suspicion of being werewolves and the personal...Read more
  • ISBN10 1644110784
  • ISBN13 9781644110782
  • Publish Date 30 September 2021 (first published 27 July 2021)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Inner Traditions Bear and Company
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 224
  • Language English