The Vampire In Modern Greece

By Montague Summers

Book Overview

""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 the vampire legend in Greece, tracing it back to ancient Greek mythology and folklore. It also examines how the vampire myth has evolved over time, particularly in the modern era.Summers draws on a range of sources, including historical texts, literature, and popular culture, to provide a comprehensive overview of the vampire in Greece. He explores the various types of vampires that have been identified in Greek mythology and folklore, including the vrykolakas, the kallikantzaroi, and the lamia.The book also examines how the vampire myth has been adapted in modern Greek literature and cinema, particularly in the works of authors such as Nikos Kazantzakis and the films of director Yorgos Lanthimos. Summers argues that the vampire myth has continued to evolve and remain relevant in modern Greek culture, reflecting the changing fears and anxieties of Greek society.Overall, ""The Vampire In Modern Greece"" is a fascinating exploration of the vampire myth and its significance in Greek culture, both past and present.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162901926
• ISBN13: 9781162901923
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

The edition is good

Different from what the Professor says, I say this edition includes almost 500 notes, which are all notes included in the original edition. No notes were butchered, although the introduction advises the average reader to skip the notes.