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Vampire! The term conjures up visions of ruined castles, of enigmatic, pale-skinned noblemen shrouded in dark cloaks, of slumbering beauties being bloodily ravished by supernatural, nocturnal animals. But just how accurate is that picture? How much do we really know about these incomprehensible entities? Amazingly, perhaps, almost every culture can boast of its own vampire beings, handful of which match the stock Hollywood image - some aren't even individual in form; some do not drink bloodstream; some appear in daylight. Are you ready for such horrors as the Penangal, the screaming blood-soaked lead that drifts through the Malayan jungle seeking subjects; the Jaracacca, the Brazilian stalker that hides in the clothes of its subjects to drink their bloodstream or fluids; or the Aswang, the scaly demon of the Philippines, who is one of the leafy roofs of huts and beverages through its tongue? And how do we dispose of vampires? Is the simple stake through the center - much beloved of Hollywood directors - really enough, or will there be something more? And will the view of the crucifix repel all vampires? What if the vampire is Jewish (a dibbyuk)? Vampires is a unique work that explores the abundant diversity of vampire notion and lore, ranging from countries as diverse as Japan, Sweden, and Ireland, considering their historical roots, and establishing them in their ethnic context. Dr. Bob Curran is a local of Northern Ireland, delivered and brought up in the Mourne Mountains portion of County Down, an area steeped in folklore and star. Throughout a numerous life, he has worked in many fields - as a gravedigger, professional musician, journalist, and civil servant. He's now a history teacher and well known throughout Ireland and beyond as a article writer and broadcaster. He has written thoroughly, in English and several other languages, on various areas of background and folklore and acted as advisor to the Cultural Committee of the Northern Ireland Legislative Assembly. Bob has authored numerous game titles including: Bloody Irish: Great Irish Vampire Experiences and Banshees, Beasts and Brides from the Sea.

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