Monsters and Demons


Book Description

Waking the dead, stalking the living, roaming the night... hungry for blood, Monsters and Demons explores the truth behind the legends and analyzes that most deep-rooted of human fears—"fear of the unknown"—a fear that can be traced back to the first syllable of recorded time. Monsters and Demons is a gruesome history of our worst nightmares, from the soul-scorching heat of Satan's eternal hell-fire to lurching, relentless, hungry-for-brains zombies crawling from the grave. The full-color illustrations in this hardcover edition make it the perfect addition to any library, and an excellent gift for those interested in paranomal subjects. This book is a complete compendium of terrifying mythological beasts—many are very much alive, and some say, they can still be witnessed today. A beautiful hardcover edition,




The Supernatural Book of Monsters, Spirits, Demons, and Ghouls


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Twenty-three years ago, Sam and Dean Winchester lost their mother to a demonic supernatural force. Following the tragedy, their father, John, set out to teach his boys everything about the paranormal evil that lives in the dark corners and on the back roads of America . . . and how to kill it. Fans of the blockbuster television phenomenon can rejoice! A one-of-a-kind compilation of all of Sam and Dean's demon-busting knowledge, The Supernatural Book of Monsters, Spirits, Demons, and Ghouls contains illustrations and detailed descriptions that catalogue the more than two dozen otherworldly enemies that most people believe exist only in folklore, superstition, and nightmares:vampires, ghosts, revenants, reapers, and even bloody clowns. You'll find within these pages Sam and Dean's notes, observations, and memories interwoven with sections of John Winchester's invaluable journal, making this book the perfect companion to every thrilling episode—and an essential weapon in the secret war against the hidden creatures of the darkness!




Magic of the Demon Fae


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What would you do if you were forbidden to be with your fated mates? Break the rules, of course. The rules #1. Never talk to a demon #2. Never tell a demon who you are #3. Never, ever kiss one, no matter how hot I've lived in hiding my whole life with these dumb rules permanently tattooed onto my brain. It's because I have both demon and fae blood running through my veins. That means I'm forbidden to even exist. If discovered, it's lights out for this half-breed. However, when three sexy-as-sin demons show up at my door, my first instincts are to jump, err, trust them. Something about the protective way they hover around me makes me want them... in all the right ways. Then my hormones are completely doused when the demons claim I'm some kind of chosen being. Um... do they know me? The only thing I've ever been chosen for was by Netflix. Number one customer and damn proud of it. Throwing caution to the wind, I decide to do something I've never done before: trust my hottie demons. Even when they take me to Hell, literally the worst place for a demonfae. My life is threatened at every moment. But the worst danger of all? Protecting my heart from my fated mates, the very men I'm forbidden to be with. Magic of the Demon Fae is a sexy paranormal romance that features a snarky, kick-ass heroine and her obnoxious, movie quoting, british-pretender cat. Combined with three brooding, protective demons and one warrior angel love interest that you won't have to choose between. Will have mm. Scroll up and order today! This book is part of the magical shared world, The Realm of Monsters. If you want more of the characters in this sinful tale, check out AK Koonce's book, Hellish Fae!




Portraits of Human Monsters in the Renaissance


Book Description

At the center of this interdisciplinary study are court monsters--dwarves, hirsutes, and misshapen individuals--who, by their very presence, altered Renaissance ethics vis-a-vis anatomical difference, social virtues, and scientific knowledge. The study traces how these monsters evolved from objects of curiosity, to scientific cases, to legally independent beings. The works examined here point to the intricate cultural, religious, ethical, and scientific perceptions of monstrous individuals who were fixtures in contemporary courts.




Saracens, Demons, & Jews


Book Description

These images, which reached a broad and socially varied audience across Western Europe, appeared in virtually all artistic media, including illuminated manuscripts, stained glass, sculpture, metalwork, and tapestry.".




Monsters, Demons and Psychopaths


Book Description

Descriptions of monsters, vampires, demonic possessions, and psychopaths in horror films have been inspired by psychiatric knowledge about mental illness, leading to several stereotyped models of horror that have prevailed through decades. Some scholars have proposed that horror films can be a teaching tool for psychopathology, but for the most part the genre has been underutilized as a learning tool. This book explores the idea of relating horror films to psychiatric ideas as a way of engaging people in learning.




Monsters


Book Description

"From myth to manga, an artistic visual history of the human mind through an imaginative collection of fantastical monsters from around the world"--Provided by publisher.




The Monsters Know What They're Doing


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From the creator of the popular blog The Monsters Know What They’re Doing comes a compilation of villainous battle plans for Dungeon Masters. In the course of a Dungeons & Dragons game, a Dungeon Master has to make one decision after another in response to player behavior—and the better the players, the more unpredictable their behavior! It’s easy for even an experienced DM to get bogged down in on-the-spot decision-making or to let combat devolve into a boring slugfest, with enemies running directly at the player characters and biting, bashing, and slashing away. In The Monsters Know What They’re Doing, Keith Ammann lightens the DM’s burden by helping you understand your monsters’ abilities and develop battle plans before your fifth edition D&D game session begins. Just as soldiers don’t whip out their field manuals for the first time when they’re already under fire, a DM shouldn’t wait until the PCs have just encountered a dozen bullywugs to figure out how they advance, fight, and retreat. Easy to read and apply, The Monsters Know What They're Doing is essential reading for every DM.




Monsters, Beasts, and Demons in America


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In some regions of the United States, legendary stories of monsters, beasts, and demons have been passed down from generation to generation. In other areas of the country, areas with more recent beastly sightings, these legends are still being written. Whether these monsters are real or are simply tall tales, readers will enjoy a fabulously fun expedition in search of creepy cryptids in the forests, rivers, lakes, and oceans of America.




MOAR! Monsters Know What They're Doing


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From the author of The Monsters Know What They’re Doing comes a follow-up strategy guide with MOAR! monster tactics for Dungeon Masters playing fifth edition Dungeons & Dragons. Keith Ammann’s first book based on his popular blog, The Monsters Know What They’re Doing, unpacks strategies, tactics, and motivations for creatures found in the Dungeons & Dragons Monster Manual. Now, in MOAR! Monsters Know What They’re Doing, he analyzes the likely combat behaviors of more than 100 new enemies found in Volo’s Guide to Monsters and Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes. Your campaign will never be the same!