The Book of Werewolves

being an account of a terrible superstition
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Sabine Baring-Gould's 'The Book of Werewolves' explores the history, folklore, and mythology surrounding werewolves.

The book delves into historical accounts of lycanthropy, examining cases from various cultures and time periods.

It investigates the origins of werewolf legends, tracing them back to ancient beliefs and superstitions.

Baring-Gould analyzes the psychological and sociological aspects of werewolf beliefs, discussing the fears and anxieties that fueled these tales.

He also looks at the literary and artistic representations of werewolves, providing a comprehensive overview of the subject.

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