Vampires and Vampirism by Dudley Wright
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| Author | Wright, Dudley, 1868-1949 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20017868 |
| Title | Vampires and Vampirism |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Vampires and Vampirism" by Dudley Wright is a comprehensive exploration of the lore, beliefs, and instances of vampirism from various cultures around the world, written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the historical, cultural, and possibly scientific explanations of vampires, presenting a collection of stories and theories that illustrate the pervasive fascination with these supernatural beings. The opening of the text introduces the topic by discussing the definitions of vampires as provided by various dictionaries and sources, analyzing their characteristics and the beliefs surrounding their existence. It explores the origins of vampire myths, referencing ancient civilizations such as those in Babylon, Assyria, and Greece, while addressing the sociocultural contexts that shaped these beliefs. The author highlights how notions of vampirism have evolved over time, reflecting on both literary representations and real-life accounts of encounters that blurring the line between myth and reality. Throughout this section, Wright seeks to provide readers with a foundational understanding of the phenomena that have captivated human imagination across the ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Vampires |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62873 |
| Release Date | Aug 7, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 199 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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