The Werewolf In Literature

""The Werewolf In Literature"" by Montague Summers is a comprehensive study of the werewolf as a literary figure. Summers explores the history of the werewolf in folklore and mythology, and traces its evolution as a literary character from the medieval period to the modern era. He examines the various literary forms in which the werewolf has appeared, including poetry, drama, and prose fiction, and analyzes the ways in which the werewolf has been used to explore themes such as identity, transformation, and the relationship between humanity and the natural world. The book also includes a detailed analysis of some of the most influential werewolf stories in literature, including ""The Werewolf"" by Clemence Housman, ""The Wolf-Leader"" by Alexandre Dumas, and ""The Hound of the Baskervilles"" by Arthur Conan Doyle. With its erudite analysis and rich historical context, ""The Werewolf In Literature"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the werewolf as a literary figure.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Werewolf, by Montague Summers. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132102.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.