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The Highgate Cemetery vampire hunt
The Anglo-American Connection in Satanic Cult Lore
Book • 1993
Bill Ellis's "The Highgate Cemetery Vampire Hunt" explores the infamous 1970s vampire scare in Highgate Cemetery, examining its connections to broader trends in satanic cult lore and Anglo-American cultural anxieties.
The book likely analyzes the various accounts and witness testimonies surrounding the events, investigating the roles played by David Farrant, Sean Manchester, and the media in shaping public perception.
It may delve into the historical context of vampire beliefs and their intersection with occult practices, exploring the cultural anxieties and societal fears that fueled the hysteria.
The book likely examines the connections between the Highgate Vampire story and similar incidents in America, highlighting the transatlantic exchange of ideas and anxieties surrounding Satanism and the occult.
It may also discuss the lasting impact of the Highgate Vampire legend on popular culture and its continued relevance in discussions about folklore, urban legends, and the power of mass media.
The book offers a critical analysis of the event, separating fact from fiction and exploring the complex interplay of belief, fear, and media manipulation.
The book likely analyzes the various accounts and witness testimonies surrounding the events, investigating the roles played by David Farrant, Sean Manchester, and the media in shaping public perception.
It may delve into the historical context of vampire beliefs and their intersection with occult practices, exploring the cultural anxieties and societal fears that fueled the hysteria.
The book likely examines the connections between the Highgate Vampire story and similar incidents in America, highlighting the transatlantic exchange of ideas and anxieties surrounding Satanism and the occult.
It may also discuss the lasting impact of the Highgate Vampire legend on popular culture and its continued relevance in discussions about folklore, urban legends, and the power of mass media.
The book offers a critical analysis of the event, separating fact from fiction and exploring the complex interplay of belief, fear, and media manipulation.
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