The Vampire In Hungary And Czechoslovakia - Montague Summers - Bog

The Vampire in Hungary and Czechoslovakia is a book written by Montague Summers that explores the folklore and legends surrounding vampires in these two countries. The book delves into the history of vampire beliefs in the region, tracing their origins back to ancient times and examining how they evolved over the centuries.Summers draws on a variety of sources to paint a vivid picture of the vampire in Hungarian and Czechoslovakian folklore. He examines the various types of vampires that were believed to exist, from the traditional blood-sucking vampire to the more obscure varieties that could only be killed by specific means.The book also explores the rituals and practices that were used to ward off vampires, including the use of garlic, holy water, and crucifixes. Summers discusses the role of the vampire in popular culture, examining how these legends have been portrayed in literature, film, and other forms of media.Overall, The Vampire in Hungary and Czechoslovakia provides a fascinating insight into the rich and complex world of vampire folklore in these two countries, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of vampire mythology.THIS 92 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Vampire in Europe, by Montague Summers. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135764.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.