A Field Guide to Demons, Fairies, Fallen Angels and Other Subversive Spirits - Hardcover

Mack, Carol; Mack, Dinah

 
9781846681394: A Field Guide to Demons, Fairies, Fallen Angels and Other Subversive Spirits

Synopsis

Demons, fairies and fallen angels are everywhere. They lurk at crossroads, crouch behind doors, hide in trees, slip into beds, wait in caves, hover at weddings and childbirths, disguise themselves as friends and relatives-and even pretend to be you! They are powerful; they are protean; they are enchanting. And, to the uninformed, they are often invisible. This illustrated guide-the first of its kind-reveals the remarkable permutations of the demon and fairy species worldwide. Packed with lore about each demon, detailing its origins, the culture surrounding it, and its reputed antics and exploits, this is a fascinating exploration of global mythologies. Perfect for the armchair traveller and the intrepid, seasoned demon-spotter alike, this complete guide of subversive spirits offers a behind-the-scenes look at the devilish mishaps, impish irritations and demonic devastations that can punctuate our lives. Be warned: demon-watching is thrilling, transforming and even addictive. Soon A Field guide to Demons will become absolutely indispensable in every household!

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About the Authors

Carol K. Mack is a playwright whose plays have been produced off-Broadway and in regional theatres across the United States. A Field Guide to Demons, Fairies, Fallen Angels & Other Subversive Spirits, written with her daughter Dinah Mack, was published by Profile Books in 2008 and in paperback as A Field Guide to Demons, Vampires, Fallen Angels & Other Subversive Spirits in 2010. Carol K. Mack has been Assistant Professor of Creative writing at New York University where she received an MA in Comparative Religious Studies in 1992.www.carolkmack.com

Dinah Mack, a writer, earned her bachelor's degree in religious studies, and her master's in cultural anthropology.

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