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Wright Dudley

The Greek Church at one time taught that the bodies of persons upon whom the ban of excommunication had been passed did not undergo decomposition after death until such sentence had been revoked by the pronouncement of absolution over the remains, and that, while the bodies remained in this uncorrupted condition, the spirits of the individuals wandered up and down the earth seeking sustenance from the blood of the living. The non-corruption of a body, however, was also held to be one of th...

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Dudley Wright

The Eleusinian Mysteries were a set of religious rituals and initiations that took place in ancient Greece, particularly in the city of Eleusis, in honor of the goddesses Demeter and Persephone. The details of these mysteries were kept secret, and participants were sworn to secrecy, so our knowledge of the rituals is limited.There are several books available that discuss the Eleusinian Mysteries, their significance, and their role in ancient Greek religion and culture. Some notable works o...

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Dudley Wright

This interesting essay by Dudley Wright, The Eleusinian Mysteries and Rites, was first published in London in 1919 by the Theosophical Publishing House.As a publisher, I decided to give this book a new life, republishing it in the Telestérion series, dedicated to the best texts on ancient mystery cults, with the addition of an introductory essay of mine. And I decided to republish it because, as simple and short as it is, it represents in my opinion one of the best...

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Bram Stoker, Théophile Gautier, Rudyard Kipling, Eugene Field, Clemence Housman, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, George Sylvester Viereck, Victoria Glad, Anthony Pelcher, Henry Kuttner, Earl Peirce, Lloyd Arthur Eshbach, Dudley Wright, Caroline Taylor Stewart, Hume Nisbet, John William Polidori, E. F. Benson, George W. M. Reynolds, Robert E. Howard, Sabine Baring-Gould, Richard Francis Burton, Marie de France, Sheridan Le Fanu, Jan Neruda, Claude Askew, Alice Askew, Émile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian, Victor Rowan, Alexandre Dumas Père, Gladys Gordon Trenery, Clifford Ball

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Eugene Mason

In the groundbreaking anthology "Vampires vs. Werewolves 'Äì Ultimate Collection," a majestic confluence of the undead unfurls across diverse literary landscapes. This definitive collection weaves together tales of horror, intrigue, and myth, balancing the seductive allure of vampires against the primal might of werewolves. With a broad spectrum of literary approaches ranging from gothic horror to mythical folklore, the collection invites exploration into the depths of human fear and fasci...

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Bram Stoker, Théophile Gautier, Rudyard Kipling, Eugene Field, Clemence Housman, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, George Sylvester Viereck, Victoria Glad, Anthony Pelcher, Henry Kuttner, Earl Peirce, Lloyd Arthur Eshbach, Dudley Wright, Caroline Taylor Stewart, Hume Nisbet, John William Polidori, E. F. Benson, George W. M. Reynolds, Robert E. Howard, Sabine Baring-Gould, Richard Francis Burton, Marie de France, Sheridan Le Fanu, Jan Neruda, Claude Askew, Alice Askew, Émile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian, Victor Rowan, Alexandre Dumas Père, Gladys Gordon Trenery, Clifford Ball

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Eugene Mason

The 'Vampires vs. Werewolves – Ultimate Collection' offers an unparalleled journey into the murky depths of vampire and werewolf lore, showcasing a magnificent array of literary styles and cultural perspectives. From atmospheric Gothic fiction to thrilling tales of adventure, this anthology brings together stories that delve into the primal fears and universal themes of transformation and the supernatural. The collection seamlessly blends classic and lesser-known works, from the terror-fil...

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Henry Kuttner, Bram Stoker, John William Polidori, Richard Francis Burton, Jan Neruda, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Théophile Gautier, Alice Askew, Claude Askew, Hume Nisbet, E. F. Benson, Dudley Wright, George Sylvester Viereck, Earl Peirce, Lloyd Arthur Eshbach, Victor Rowan, Victoria Glad

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Lafcadio Hearn

The Curse of the Undead - Selected Vampire Books and Legends maps the vampire's evolution from folkloric terror to Gothic aristocrat, decadent symbol, and modern supernatural threat. Its range encompasses legend, sensational fiction, travel-inflected lore, fin-de-siècle unease, and early speculative horror. Canonical foundational narratives stand beside rarer melodramatic and eerie texts, revealing how blood-drinking figures register anxieties about sexuality, disease, empire, inheritance,...

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Dudley Wright

"Vampires and Vampirism" by Dudley Wright delves into the fascinating world of vampire lore and the cultural significance of these mythical creatures. Wright explores the origins of vampire legends, tracing their roots through various cultures and historical contexts. The book examines how vampires have evolved in literature and folklore, reflecting societal fears and desires. With a blend of historical analysis and engaging storytelling, Wright invites readers to consider the psychologica...

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John Dos Passos, Robert Hillyer, E. E. Cummings, S. Foster Damon, Stewart Mitchell, William A. Norris, Dudley Poore, Cuthbert Wright

In "Eight Harvard Poets," the collection breathes life into the rich tapestry of early 20th-century American literature, weaving a narrative that is as diverse as it is profound. This anthology encapsulates an eclectic mix of literary styles, emblematic of the significant shifts occurring in poetry of the era. With works spanning from traditional lyricism to avant-garde experimentation, the anthology serves as a lens through which the reader can witness the dynamic evolution of poetic form...

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Wright Dudley

The awakened interest in supernormal phenomena which has taken place in recent years has included in its wake the absorbing subject of Vampirism. Yet there has not been any collection published of vampire stories which are common to all the five continents of the globe. The subject of vampirism is regarded more seriously today than it was even a decade since, and an attempt has been made in this volume to supply as far as possible all the instances which could be collected from the various...

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Dudley Wright

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Chronicles & Essays

Complete and unabridged, with 59 full-page plates by Odilon Redon, Francisco Goya and Arnold Böcklin. The vampire across cultures - the Slavic revenant, the classical lamia, the trials and exhumations of eighteenth-century Serbia, and the medical explanations offered since. Wright collects the documents rather than the fiction. This edition is bound with 59 plates of painting, among them works by Caspar David Friedrich, Gustave Doré and Odilon Redon, dating from 1470 to 1904.

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Dudley Wright

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Myths & Legends

Complete and unabridged, with 59 full-page plates by Robert Smirke, John Flaxman Jr. and Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot. What is known of the mysteries at Eleusis - the procession, the fast, the drink, the vision - gathered from the ancient authors who were initiated and forbidden to say what they had seen. Wright assembles the hints without pretending to more than they give. This edition is bound with 59 plates of paintings by Osmar Schindler, James Carroll Beckwith, Jean-Baptiste Camille Co...

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Dudley Wright

The Greek Church at one time taught that the bodies of persons upon whom the ban of excommunication had been passed did not undergo decomposition after death until such sentence had been revoked by the pronouncement of absolution over the remains, and that, while the bodies remained in this uncorrupted condition, the spirits of the individuals wandered up and down the earth seeking sustenance from the blood of the living. The non-corruption of a body, however, was also held to be one of th...