Издание полностью на английском языке. This definitive A to Z encyclopedia contains tales of mortal blood-drinkers; vampiric legends from cultures around the world; tips on identify and destroy a vampire; the vampire family tree, including ghosts, witches, and werewolves; and some real-life Van Helsings among the famous vampirologists and vampire hunters. Permeating popular culture from the nineteenth century right up to the modern day, our fascination with vampires, like the creatures themselves, shows no sign of dying. With this comprehensive and fascinating guide, be prepared to lift the coffin on what is real ... and what is undead.