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by Montague Summers (Author)
The Vampire In Modern Greece is a book written by Montague Summers that explores the history and mythology of vampires in Greece. The book delves into the origins of vampire folklore in Greece, tracing its roots back to ancient Greek mythology and the legend of the Lamia, a creature that was said to prey on children. Summers also examines the ways in which vampire folklore has evolved over time in Greece, from the Balkan Wars to the present day. He discusses the role of vampires in Greek literature, art, and popular culture, and examines the ways in which the vampire has been used as a symbol of political and social change in Greece.Throughout the book, Summers draws on a wealth of primary sources, including historical documents, folklore collections, and literary works, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the vampire in modern Greece. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of vampire folklore, Greek mythology, or the cultural history of Greece.THIS 70 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Vampire in Europe, by Montague Summers. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135764.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
