Werewolves and other shapeshifters in popular culture : a thematic analysis of recent depictions /

"In recent years, shapeshifting characters in literature, film and television have been on the increase. The works in this book are grouped around specific themes that are explored through the metaphor of shapeshifting. With coverage of iconic fantasy texts and a focus on current works, this wo...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	McMahon-Coleman, Kimberley
Corporate Author:	ebrary, Inc
Other Authors:	Weaver, Roslyn, 1979-
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., [2012]
Subjects:	Metamorphosis in literature. Shapeshifting. Werewolves in literature. Metamorphosis > Mythology. Werewolves in motion pictures. Metamorphosis > Religious aspects. Fantasy fiction > History and criticism. Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

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Summary:	"In recent years, shapeshifting characters in literature, film and television have been on the increase. The works in this book are grouped around specific themes that are explored through the metaphor of shapeshifting. With coverage of iconic fantasy texts and a focus on current works, this work engages with the shapeshifting figure in popular culture"--Provided by publisher.
Item Description:	Electronic resource.
Physical Description:	1 online resource (viii, 203 pages)
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references and index.