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The Book Of Were-Wolves : Being An Account Of Terrible Superstition

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The book of were-wolves: Being an account of terrible superstition presents an exploration of stories surrounding transformations, fear, and the long history of belief in human creatures linked to wolves. The narrative opens with an encounter in a rural region where local accounts of a feared creature reveal how deeply such stories shape community behavior. These recollections introduce an atmosphere of uncertainty and belief, illustrating how descriptions of size, ferocity, and danger evolve across generations. The book moves through ancient tales, medieval accounts, and later interpretations, tracing how cultural imagination and psychological understanding create shifting explanations for the same frightening idea. As the discussion moves toward broader reflections, it highlights how recurring anxieties, misunderstood behaviors, and social pressures may have contributed to these longstanding myths. The early sections establish a blend of observation and interpretation, showing how storytelling, fear, and evolving knowledge intertwine to sustain one of the most enduring supernatural figures in cultural history.

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  • ISBN-13: 9789375551409
  • ISBN-10: 9375551407
  • Publisher: Double 9 Books
  • Publish Date: November 2025
  • Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.31 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.36 pounds
  • Page Count: 134

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