Vampires A World History - Paperback

by E. R. Vernor (Author)

Eric Vernor continues to produce significant work on 'dark' subcultures from an emic perspective, and treats many artifacts of popular culture that have previously gone unanalyzed, offering a unique perspective into our fascination with the undead." Joseph Laycock, Vampires Today: The Truth about Modern Vampirism, Texas State University "...lucid and riveting. Even knowledgeable connoisseurs of the un-dead will find this retelling fresh and exciting." John Edgar Browning Coauthor of Dracula in Visual Media Editor of The Forgotten Writings of Bram Stoker The Vampire, His Kith and Kin: A Critical Edition Vampires are beings of myth: folkloric creatures who live off the blood of the living and have been recorded in nearly every culture around the world since the beginning of man. This work traces the evolution of the vampire, from its roots in ancient mythology to obscure folk tales and legends, leading up to when these foul beings transformed into the suave Byronic heroes that continue to influence the world's view of the vampire today. It also examines key individuals in history involved in reshaping our concept of the creature. Popular culture is explored, along with the development of the vampire into the protagonist in plays and poems and novels.

Author Biography

Eric R. Vernor, best known to his fans under the pen name Corvis Nocturnum, has written more than thirty books. His research includes subjects such as the occult, vampire lore, and the paranormal. Mr. Vernor has also been a consultant for 2010's A&E's Paranormal State. He is a public speaker at various universities, as well as on radio and television. Vernor has been a speaker and moderator on several panels, for the last 6 years, at DragonCon in Atlanta, Georgia. He is the co-founder of the publishing house Dark Moon Press and owner of Dark Moon Productions. Eric Vernor is an expert on showing people how to identify and maximize their natural strengths for success in life. Requested for motivational speaking at schools, bookstores, and businesses. A speaker, consultant, and writer for over 10 years, Eric has presented at universities, bookstores, and conventions in Buffalo, Indianapolis, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and many more cities, on various topics. He is the author/co-author of more than thirty books. He is currently the head publisher of Dark Moon Press and CEO of Dark Moon Productions.