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Vampires, Werewolves, Zombies: Compendium Monstrum

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This takes a jab at being the supernatural version of the Wost Case Scenario book series. It is a small pocket sized primer for those who aspire to be monster hunter or those who wish not to be hunted by monsters. Unfortunately this is what takes a lot away from the book. The main reading of the book only takes up about 145 pages, so you could read it within a day. But within in those pages they manage to expound on three supernatural beings. Vampires, Werewolves, and Zombies. Vampire take up the majority of the book since there is a lot of legend behind them. There is a lot of lore in this book, but there is a lot of lore made up for the sake of humor. I personally didn't find the made up stuff all that funny, I guess it was the lens I was reading it with. I also think that they wanted to make a book not unlike Max Brooks' Zombie Survival Guide. But Brooks completely sold himself to the joke and took it very seriously, that is what made it awesome and funny at the same time. This book felt like it was taking itself seriously, but then just threw random tid-bits of humor in and it just feels awkward in the text. I don't know maybe it was just me. The rest of this book however, is quite good. I love the illustrations. There is also a hell of a lot of information being thrown at you, so it almost begs you to go read the lore online or get more books on supernatural beings. It's a good book and a nice addition to a collection of survival manuals if you have one.

An elegant 'slip into your shirt pocket' sized compendium of lore and legends, "Vampires, Werewolves, Zombies: Compendium Monstrum" is an impressively informed and informative accumulation of facts and basic data focused on three of the most popular of mythological creature. From clinical lycanthropy, to the dietary habits of the undead, to the descriptive phenomena of these creatures around the world, "Vampires, Werewolves, Zombies" is a fascinating and superbly illustrated browse. Of special note is the 'Tracking the Beasties' visual aid and the 'Further Investigation' resource list. Enhanced with extensive notes, deftly drawn sketches, fold-out maps, a red-ribbon marker, a comprehensive index, and more, "Vampires, Werewolves, Zombies" is a thoroughly 'user friendly' and highly recommended guidebook for dedicated students of these creatures of the night!

This small book is a gem

Many of the illustrations are etchings by the great Bruce Waldman.

He used intaglio, soft ground and other techniques.

It is gratifying to find such a unique book at a bargain price.

This is one book that I've really enjoyed! Glad I added it to my collection of werewolf books. Has a nice amount of tongue in cheek to be humorous, but not silly. A fun read.

I ordered this book as a christmas gift for my little sister and i must say that i am very pleased with this item. I received it on time and in amazing condition. The material is interesting as well as awesome looking.