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Supernatural Sourcebook #2
Secrets of the Vampire: A Supernatural Sourcebook of Our Legend and Lore
Step into the shadows and uncover the centuries-old myths and legends that lie beneath the figure of the vampire, with this magical compendium of facts and fiction.
Whether rising from a coffin in the dead of night or stalking its prey, hidden in plain sight, the vampire is one of the most alluring beings in world folklore. These undead bloodsuckers are as alive as ever in modern pop culture, from movies and books to video games and TV shows.
But despite their cultural immortality, mystery still surrounds their shadowy origins. Secrets of the Vampire compiles every scrap of vampire lore into one essential volume, covering everything from famous vampires such as Count Dracula and his historical counterpart, to the vampiric aversion to sunlight and garlic and their supernatural abilities.
With this lavishly illustrated field guide, decode the deathly world of the vampire. Discover the meanings behind occult symbols, the ancient origins of vampire tropes, the most powerful and frightening vampires from stories around the world, and the real people said to have inspired the grisly tales of these creatures of the night. Learn how to tell a vampire from a living person and get wise to their tricks and powers.
Secrets of the Vampire is the perfect deep-dive into a fascinating figure of folklore, for any and all vampire-obsessed 9-14 year-olds.
Whether rising from a coffin in the dead of night or stalking its prey, hidden in plain sight, the vampire is one of the most alluring beings in world folklore. These undead bloodsuckers are as alive as ever in modern pop culture, from movies and books to video games and TV shows.
But despite their cultural immortality, mystery still surrounds their shadowy origins. Secrets of the Vampire compiles every scrap of vampire lore into one essential volume, covering everything from famous vampires such as Count Dracula and his historical counterpart, to the vampiric aversion to sunlight and garlic and their supernatural abilities.
With this lavishly illustrated field guide, decode the deathly world of the vampire. Discover the meanings behind occult symbols, the ancient origins of vampire tropes, the most powerful and frightening vampires from stories around the world, and the real people said to have inspired the grisly tales of these creatures of the night. Learn how to tell a vampire from a living person and get wise to their tricks and powers.
Secrets of the Vampire is the perfect deep-dive into a fascinating figure of folklore, for any and all vampire-obsessed 9-14 year-olds.
80 pages, Hardcover
Published August 8, 2023
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August 11, 2023
The dark of night, blood, sickness, and now burial - is there any source of fear I can't embody for you, dear humans?
Beautifully illustrated and carefully researched, Secrets of the Vampire traces the history of the myth from the origins to nowadays. Suggested to anybody into folklore.
**Thanks to NetGalley, the authors, and Quarto Publishing Group - Wide Eyed Editions for an ARC of this book.**
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October 14, 2024
I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
Secrets of the Vampire is a well put together and fascinating compendium that is perfect for the target audiences age of 9-14 year olds. This book blends fact and fiction together as well as adding an air of mystery and intrigue throughout the book.
The illustrations are beautiful and fit the whole vibe of the book perfectly and add that touch more of interest in the stories. I loved that the narrators voice is implied to be that of a vampire, which heightened the experience of the book that bit more.
The book covers topics such as myths, legends, occult symbols, vampire lore, vampire tropes, religion, culture, and pop culture too such as Dracula, the Twilight series, and even Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
This is a great book to add to any collection and is a fun and interesting read for adults too!
Secrets of the Vampire is a well put together and fascinating compendium that is perfect for the target audiences age of 9-14 year olds. This book blends fact and fiction together as well as adding an air of mystery and intrigue throughout the book.
The illustrations are beautiful and fit the whole vibe of the book perfectly and add that touch more of interest in the stories. I loved that the narrators voice is implied to be that of a vampire, which heightened the experience of the book that bit more.
The book covers topics such as myths, legends, occult symbols, vampire lore, vampire tropes, religion, culture, and pop culture too such as Dracula, the Twilight series, and even Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
This is a great book to add to any collection and is a fun and interesting read for adults too!
June 7, 2023
Vaya joya.
A través de los ojos de una reviniente, recorreremos la historia de la figura del vampiro, tan arraigada en la cultura pop de todo el mundo. ¿Realidad o mito?
En este libro escrito por Légère y bellamente ilustrado por Laura Pérez (amo el trabajo de esta mujer) descubriremos cómo los no muertos han tenido cabida en diferentes culturas a lo largo de los siglos. El Nukekubi japonés, el Soucouyant en las Antillas o el Manananggal filipino son algunas de estas criaturas ávidas de sangre, todas ellas protagonistas de innumerables pesadillas.
Conoceremos también historias ¿reales? de vampirismo en distintos países y cómo la literatura y el cine fueron la plataforma perfecta para extender su influjo. Todo ello sin olvidar, por supuesto, sus símbolos y emblemas más característicos: el ajo, el ataúd, la cruz, el reflejo y un largo etcétera.
En definitiva, un libro perfecto para los amantes del mito del vampiro, con una edición cuidadísima por parte de Errata Naturae. Lo he amado tanto que ya estoy deseando hacerme con "El secreto de las brujas" para ampliar la colección.
A través de los ojos de una reviniente, recorreremos la historia de la figura del vampiro, tan arraigada en la cultura pop de todo el mundo. ¿Realidad o mito?
En este libro escrito por Légère y bellamente ilustrado por Laura Pérez (amo el trabajo de esta mujer) descubriremos cómo los no muertos han tenido cabida en diferentes culturas a lo largo de los siglos. El Nukekubi japonés, el Soucouyant en las Antillas o el Manananggal filipino son algunas de estas criaturas ávidas de sangre, todas ellas protagonistas de innumerables pesadillas.
Conoceremos también historias ¿reales? de vampirismo en distintos países y cómo la literatura y el cine fueron la plataforma perfecta para extender su influjo. Todo ello sin olvidar, por supuesto, sus símbolos y emblemas más característicos: el ajo, el ataúd, la cruz, el reflejo y un largo etcétera.
En definitiva, un libro perfecto para los amantes del mito del vampiro, con una edición cuidadísima por parte de Errata Naturae. Lo he amado tanto que ya estoy deseando hacerme con "El secreto de las brujas" para ampliar la colección.
June 26, 2023
"What good are your magnificent funerals in the face of the despair of the one you have abandoned and forgotten as soon as the appearance of life left his body, and who will come to in the depths of his coffins to die there for real?"-Maximilien Baufmann, On the appearance of death and on nasty burial (1851)
I decided to read last night while I was waiting in a queue to leave the Muse concert at Milton Keynes. Which I found very fitting as two of their songs were in the Twilight films- 'Supermassive Black Hole' in Twilight and 'Neutron Star Collison' in Eclipse. Within the book there is a section about how vampires are portrayed within film and television and Twilight was mentioned.
This is a book perfect for Vampire lovers, the book is told through the point of view of a vampire and talks about folklores and where vampires began. As I haven't looked into the folklores and the different forms of vampires before, I didn't realise how many varies their were. I love the illustrations and they pair the book beautifully.
Thank you Netgalley for a copy of the book for an honest review.
I decided to read last night while I was waiting in a queue to leave the Muse concert at Milton Keynes. Which I found very fitting as two of their songs were in the Twilight films- 'Supermassive Black Hole' in Twilight and 'Neutron Star Collison' in Eclipse. Within the book there is a section about how vampires are portrayed within film and television and Twilight was mentioned.
This is a book perfect for Vampire lovers, the book is told through the point of view of a vampire and talks about folklores and where vampires began. As I haven't looked into the folklores and the different forms of vampires before, I didn't realise how many varies their were. I love the illustrations and they pair the book beautifully.
Thank you Netgalley for a copy of the book for an honest review.
August 16, 2023
A nicely illustrated book but with a lot left to be desired.
I thought going into this book that I would find a lot of useful information in regards to vampires, their history, representation and characteristics. And, yes, it does contain that. But on a surface level. There's not enough detail about any of the topics mentioned in the index.
In regards to the style, the fact that the narrator speaks as if they're an actual vampire, really took away from the seriousness I expected from a non fiction book.
All in all, it is a pretty book with lots of illustrations and very general information about vampires that won't add much knowledge to those who are fans of these fanged criatures.
I thought going into this book that I would find a lot of useful information in regards to vampires, their history, representation and characteristics. And, yes, it does contain that. But on a surface level. There's not enough detail about any of the topics mentioned in the index.
In regards to the style, the fact that the narrator speaks as if they're an actual vampire, really took away from the seriousness I expected from a non fiction book.
All in all, it is a pretty book with lots of illustrations and very general information about vampires that won't add much knowledge to those who are fans of these fanged criatures.
October 24, 2023
Un libro muy visual, con textos cortos y sencillos que dan pinceladas sobre el vampiro: no es un tratado profundo sobre este mito.
Las ilustraciones de Laura Pérez son preciosas y oscuras, me encantan.
Las ilustraciones de Laura Pérez son preciosas y oscuras, me encantan.
September 9, 2024
absolutely ate this up
this history of vampires and how the legends came about with beautiful illustrations?
stunning
this history of vampires and how the legends came about with beautiful illustrations?
stunning
June 12, 2023
A brief look at the history of the vampire, from its origins in mythology and popular folklore to its more modern versions (Buffy, Twilight). All narrated from the particular voice of one of these creatures and accompanied by beautiful illustrations that match perfectly with the theme. In short, a good starting point from which to begin researching and learning about vampires.
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC, all views and opinions are my own.*
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC, all views and opinions are my own.*
December 27, 2023
Ho una confessione da fare: mi dimentico almeno un libro per strada ogni mese.
Ero migliorata nell’ultimo periodo, eppure quando è venuto il momento di scrivere la recensione de “I Segreti delle Streghe”, mi sono resa conto che… beh, di questo libro non vi era alcuna traccia, né nelle recensioni né su Goodreads. E sono sicura di averlo letto il mese scorso!
Va beh, lasciamo stare.
Come il suo predecessore, I Segreti dei Vampiri si dimostra un compendio graficamente ben curato e gradevole da sfogliare. Non solo indagherà sulle origini di questa figura oscura (e su altre creature, dato che esistono molte forme di vampirismo), ma tratterà bene sia la storia antica che moderna, prendendo spunto dai vari media che hanno dato luce a personaggi famosi come Carmilla, Dracula, Lestat, Edward Cullen e chi ne ha più ne metta.
Ma non solo: vi saranno paragrafi dedicati alla mitologia, alla medicina, alla superstizione e alla storia. Un’opera a tutto tondo, insomma.
Contando le stupende illustrazioni e le nozioni varie, il risultato è un albo illustrato piacente e intrigante, adatto per i più appassionati come per i curiosi.
Ero migliorata nell’ultimo periodo, eppure quando è venuto il momento di scrivere la recensione de “I Segreti delle Streghe”, mi sono resa conto che… beh, di questo libro non vi era alcuna traccia, né nelle recensioni né su Goodreads. E sono sicura di averlo letto il mese scorso!
Va beh, lasciamo stare.
Come il suo predecessore, I Segreti dei Vampiri si dimostra un compendio graficamente ben curato e gradevole da sfogliare. Non solo indagherà sulle origini di questa figura oscura (e su altre creature, dato che esistono molte forme di vampirismo), ma tratterà bene sia la storia antica che moderna, prendendo spunto dai vari media che hanno dato luce a personaggi famosi come Carmilla, Dracula, Lestat, Edward Cullen e chi ne ha più ne metta.
Ma non solo: vi saranno paragrafi dedicati alla mitologia, alla medicina, alla superstizione e alla storia. Un’opera a tutto tondo, insomma.
Contando le stupende illustrazioni e le nozioni varie, il risultato è un albo illustrato piacente e intrigante, adatto per i più appassionati come per i curiosi.
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October 27, 2023me at parties from now on: did you know that one of many sources of vampire mythology came from the black plague, when so many people died that some of the sick were accidentally buried alive, and their screaming from the grave, coupled with the fact that they were sometimes dug up and found to have devoured their own flesh, gave rise to stories of the undead that morphed into the vampire stories we know today? 🙂
January 3, 2025
Such a beautifully detailed look at the history of vampires - from their origins in folklore to their manifestation in contemporary popular culture. The accompanying illustrations make the story incredibly whimsical and transportive
June 18, 2023
This was a delight to read. It's a rather informative short book about the history of vampires. It's told through the eyes of a vampire, and she takes us through folklore and literature, from Antiquity to today. With her, you learn about the first creatures resembling vampires in different regions of the world, as well as the history of the word itself. You get to the final forms of vampires, heavily influenced by Bram Stoker's Dracula and Hollywood. Beautifully illustrated by @lauraperezgranel, I recommend it if you want to add a bit of knowledge about vampires to your shelf.
June 13, 2023
I never knew there were so many variations to a vampire 🥲 the illustrations were so pretty 😍 it was a fun and informative(?) read
July 21, 2023
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the arc. All thoughts and opinions are my own
Secrets of the Vampire is a short but comprehensive summary of vampire history and lore. As someone with only a passing interest in vampires, I still found it quite interesting and informative. I also liked how the narrator themselves is a vampire, and honestly now I'd be interested in reading a longer novel where this idea of a member of the undead discussing and teaching humans about their history is utilised. Part of me wishes that the narrator's own perspective on the myths they discuss (and their 'accuracy') had been expanded upon, but I'm satisfied with what we got.
What really sold this for me were the beautiful illustrations. Though I wouldn't say I was at any point bored while reading, the art really drew me in and made the book so much more interesting.
There were moments that I felt the transitioning between sections could be a little clunky (such as very short section on the origins of the nightmare, which felt a bit disconnected), but otherwise it was an enjoyable read.
Secrets of the Vampire is a short but comprehensive summary of vampire history and lore. As someone with only a passing interest in vampires, I still found it quite interesting and informative. I also liked how the narrator themselves is a vampire, and honestly now I'd be interested in reading a longer novel where this idea of a member of the undead discussing and teaching humans about their history is utilised. Part of me wishes that the narrator's own perspective on the myths they discuss (and their 'accuracy') had been expanded upon, but I'm satisfied with what we got.
What really sold this for me were the beautiful illustrations. Though I wouldn't say I was at any point bored while reading, the art really drew me in and made the book so much more interesting.
There were moments that I felt the transitioning between sections could be a little clunky (such as very short section on the origins of the nightmare, which felt a bit disconnected), but otherwise it was an enjoyable read.
January 17, 2022
Une belle entrée en matière pour des lecteurices jeunesses! Ce livre retrace l’histoire des vampires et les différentes formes et noms qu’iels ont pu porter, tout en pointant du doigt l’aspect genré de la créature (le vampire est souvent homme, tuant de jeunes filles)
Les illustrations sont magnifiques
J’aurais aimé voir mentionné What We Do in The Shadows, un super mockumentaire !
Je ne trouve ça un peu ridicule le fait que læ narrateurice soit un-e vampire……
Les illustrations sont magnifiques
J’aurais aimé voir mentionné What We Do in The Shadows, un super mockumentaire !
Je ne trouve ça un peu ridicule le fait que læ narrateurice soit un-e vampire……
August 1, 2023
Narrated by a vampire, this book is set out like an academic non-fiction piece that chronologically catalogs the influences, origins and evolutions of vampire lore with focuses of many iconic vampire medias such as Carmilla, Dracula and Buffy The Vampire Slayer. It is also beautifully illustrated.
I’ve always found Vampires to be very beautiful and interesting creatures but have only read or watched them in fantasy media. I have learnt so much about vampire lore and origins while reading this and will definitely be researching many of the cultures, mythology and media mentioned throughout this book.
The illustrations in this book were so beautiful and were so well done, I will definitely be supporting the illustrator from now on and checking out their other works.
I think this book is an excellent introduction to learning about vampiric lore and history and it is so incredibly researched and gives such in-depth information about vampire origins in just 77 pages. I hope this author has other works that I can check out and if not, I will look forward to their future releases. I will definitely be buying a physical copy of this once it is published.
Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for allowing me an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. This review is completely my honest opinions of this book.
TWs/CWs - Animal Sacrifice; Blood; Body Horror; Buried Alive; Cannibalism; Child Death; Death; Epidemics; Fire/Fire Injury; Infidelity; Mind Control; Miscarriage (mentioned); Self Cannibalisation; Suicide; Xenophobia (discussed)
I’ve always found Vampires to be very beautiful and interesting creatures but have only read or watched them in fantasy media. I have learnt so much about vampire lore and origins while reading this and will definitely be researching many of the cultures, mythology and media mentioned throughout this book.
The illustrations in this book were so beautiful and were so well done, I will definitely be supporting the illustrator from now on and checking out their other works.
I think this book is an excellent introduction to learning about vampiric lore and history and it is so incredibly researched and gives such in-depth information about vampire origins in just 77 pages. I hope this author has other works that I can check out and if not, I will look forward to their future releases. I will definitely be buying a physical copy of this once it is published.
Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for allowing me an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. This review is completely my honest opinions of this book.
TWs/CWs - Animal Sacrifice; Blood; Body Horror; Buried Alive; Cannibalism; Child Death; Death; Epidemics; Fire/Fire Injury; Infidelity; Mind Control; Miscarriage (mentioned); Self Cannibalisation; Suicide; Xenophobia (discussed)
December 3, 2021
[4.5/5]
Un magnifique artbook qui résume bien le mythe du vampire aux plus jeunes mais dont les illustrations sobres et élégantes plairont aussi aux adultes.
Un magnifique artbook qui résume bien le mythe du vampire aux plus jeunes mais dont les illustrations sobres et élégantes plairont aussi aux adultes.
March 10, 2023
Pequeño repaso al mito vampírico desde la antigüedad hasta nuestros días. Bellamente ilustrado. Regalo perfecto para los amantes del monstruo.
June 9, 2023
I loved this one, the illustrations are truly beautiful and even though I did not learn a lot (I had to write a whole 20p paper on vampires so of course I di my research) it was still lovely to read about how vampires came to be. I loved that the beginning included vampires from around the world. This is perfect for younger but also older readers, I highly recommend.
August 2, 2023
so cute i love vampires now give me autumn rn
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July 3, 2023
Wonderful book with excellent illustrations. An enjoyable look at the various types of vampire lore, from multiple cultures, countries, and points in history.
March 10, 2025
Un album pour découvrir l’origine et les secrets de la figure mythique du vampire ! De Dracula à Buffy contre les vampires, anecdotes et histoires sont au rendez-vous. Un format sublime pour mettre en avant l’une des meilleures créatures surnaturelles à mes yeux.
June 28, 2023
I found Secrets of the Vampire to be a really interesting and fun informative book about vampires. It goes over the history of vampires in different cultures and countries, as well as the history of vampires in media, ending the book in a small glossary of vampire related terms. I thought the illustrations in the book were marvelous too! Definitely will be recommending to my vampire lovers!!! Very thankful to NetGalley for giving me an ARC of this e-book!!!
July 9, 2023
Secrets of the Vampire is a mesmerizing compendium that effortlessly blends history, folklore, and pop culture references to offer an enchanting exploration of the vampire phenomenon. Written by Julie Légère and Elsa Whyte, this book is not only a delightful read for children aged 9-14 (the target audience) but also a book that can be enjoyed by adults as well.
One of the standout features of this book is its unique narrative voice, which cleverly adopts the perspective of a vampire as the narrator. This adds an intriguing layer to the storytelling and enhances the overall immersive experience.
The illustrations in Secrets of the Vampire are amazing. They effortlessly bring the vampire world to life, enhancing the reading experience. Laura Perez, the illustrator, does a fantastic job. The book is truly a feast for the eyes, which means a lot of readers will buy it just because it's pretty on the inside. It's unfortunate, though, that the cover doesn't stand out the same way the illustrations do.
I appreciate that the book covers vampire myths from different regions, not just Europe. It also delves into the fascinating world of vampire tropes and their representation in various cultures, including their intersection with religious beliefs. Including pop culture references, such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Twilight, and Dracula, adds a contemporary touch that will resonate with fans of modern vampire literature and media. However, here we come across the book's second major flaw (the first being the cover); these pop culture references are all American or European. If the authors did take the time to write this book, they could have talked about pop culture in different parts of the world and introduced readers to that.
Long story short: this is the perfect gift for all the vampire lovers you know, regardless of how old they are!
One of the standout features of this book is its unique narrative voice, which cleverly adopts the perspective of a vampire as the narrator. This adds an intriguing layer to the storytelling and enhances the overall immersive experience.
The illustrations in Secrets of the Vampire are amazing. They effortlessly bring the vampire world to life, enhancing the reading experience. Laura Perez, the illustrator, does a fantastic job. The book is truly a feast for the eyes, which means a lot of readers will buy it just because it's pretty on the inside. It's unfortunate, though, that the cover doesn't stand out the same way the illustrations do.
I appreciate that the book covers vampire myths from different regions, not just Europe. It also delves into the fascinating world of vampire tropes and their representation in various cultures, including their intersection with religious beliefs. Including pop culture references, such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Twilight, and Dracula, adds a contemporary touch that will resonate with fans of modern vampire literature and media. However, here we come across the book's second major flaw (the first being the cover); these pop culture references are all American or European. If the authors did take the time to write this book, they could have talked about pop culture in different parts of the world and introduced readers to that.
Long story short: this is the perfect gift for all the vampire lovers you know, regardless of how old they are!
August 8, 2024
⭐⭐⭐⭐
Illustrazioni molto carine, anche se ho preferito quelle presenti nell'altro volume della collana, I segreti delle streghe. Alla scoperta della nostra storia e del nostro sapere., questo volume ha però decisamente superato l'altro.
Completo davvero: fa un excursus del Vampirismo in maniera concisa ma esaustiva e permette anche di approfondire autonomamente alcune cose.
Si parte dalle origini e si prosegue analizzando anche quel paio di figure emblematiche tra i Vampiri.
Molto approfondita anche se mantenendo la linea della sintesi, la parte sui Vampiri nel Cinema e nella Letteratura. Direi che l'incastro è quasi magico, poche info ma ben sviluppate e distribuite.
A completare l'opera, una sezione che ci parla degli Oggetti e Simboli legati alla figura dei Vampiri.
Davvero un libro ben concepito che mi è davvero davvero piaciuto! Straconsigliato.
Illustrazioni molto carine, anche se ho preferito quelle presenti nell'altro volume della collana, I segreti delle streghe. Alla scoperta della nostra storia e del nostro sapere., questo volume ha però decisamente superato l'altro.
Completo davvero: fa un excursus del Vampirismo in maniera concisa ma esaustiva e permette anche di approfondire autonomamente alcune cose.
Si parte dalle origini e si prosegue analizzando anche quel paio di figure emblematiche tra i Vampiri.
Molto approfondita anche se mantenendo la linea della sintesi, la parte sui Vampiri nel Cinema e nella Letteratura. Direi che l'incastro è quasi magico, poche info ma ben sviluppate e distribuite.
A completare l'opera, una sezione che ci parla degli Oggetti e Simboli legati alla figura dei Vampiri.
Davvero un libro ben concepito che mi è davvero davvero piaciuto! Straconsigliato.
March 30, 2024
¿Te gusta la mitología de los vampiros? Si la respuesta es si, este es tu libro.
A través de la narración de uno de estos extraordinarios seres, iremos descubriendo la historia de los vampiros a lo largo de la historia, mito o realidad, nos irán contando cómo se ha visto la figura del vampiro en cada época de la historia.
Junto con la historia de estos míticos seres tenemos unas preciosas ilustraciones que acompañan al texto de este libro, haciendo de este una preciosa edición.
A través de la narración de uno de estos extraordinarios seres, iremos descubriendo la historia de los vampiros a lo largo de la historia, mito o realidad, nos irán contando cómo se ha visto la figura del vampiro en cada época de la historia.
Junto con la historia de estos míticos seres tenemos unas preciosas ilustraciones que acompañan al texto de este libro, haciendo de este una preciosa edición.
November 20, 2021
J'ai beaucoup aimé cet album, entre le documentaire et la fiction, qui nous raconte l'histoire des vampires.
J'ai particulièrement apprécié la première partie du livre, sur les premières apparitions d'êtres surnaturels qui n'ont pas encore le nom de vampire, et ce dans le monde entier. C'était intéressant et inspirant de voir leurs différents noms dans les cultures de l'Ouest notamment.
J'ai aussi aimé l'évolution de la figure du vampire au fil des siècles, de la peur à la fascination.
L'album était bien écrit, ce qui m'a gêné était le parti pris d'écrire le point de vue d'une vampire. J'ai trouvé ça pas forcément nécessaire et c'était un peu bebête.
A part ça, je recommande le livre. Les illustrations sont belles, le contenu est intéressant. Je me suis commandé celui sur les sorcières et je suis impatiente de le commencer.
J'ai particulièrement apprécié la première partie du livre, sur les premières apparitions d'êtres surnaturels qui n'ont pas encore le nom de vampire, et ce dans le monde entier. C'était intéressant et inspirant de voir leurs différents noms dans les cultures de l'Ouest notamment.
J'ai aussi aimé l'évolution de la figure du vampire au fil des siècles, de la peur à la fascination.
L'album était bien écrit, ce qui m'a gêné était le parti pris d'écrire le point de vue d'une vampire. J'ai trouvé ça pas forcément nécessaire et c'était un peu bebête.
A part ça, je recommande le livre. Les illustrations sont belles, le contenu est intéressant. Je me suis commandé celui sur les sorcières et je suis impatiente de le commencer.
April 16, 2025
a must have for vampire lovers. secrets of the vampire comes out in august, just in time for spooky szn.
as a vampire lover myself taking a deep dive into the origins of these creatures had me hooked. secrets of the vampire is a quick and informative read filled with gorgeous illustrations and history revolving around the existence of the undead throughout millennia.
as a vampire lover myself taking a deep dive into the origins of these creatures had me hooked. secrets of the vampire is a quick and informative read filled with gorgeous illustrations and history revolving around the existence of the undead throughout millennia.
July 23, 2023
"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."
I thought this was a unique look at vampire lore. It is always interesting to see how similarly human think no matter when and where they lived. I think middle schoolers will love this
I thought this was a unique look at vampire lore. It is always interesting to see how similarly human think no matter when and where they lived. I think middle schoolers will love this
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