by Liz Deleo
The world of horror comes to life with this gorgeously illustrated and whimsical journey through the genre—exploring the folklore, monsters, and tropes that have fueled our fears for centuries.
Horror is where the macabre meets the profound, and The Illustrated Compendium of Horror is your visual guide to its twisted world. Drawing from film, fiction, and folklore, this immersive tour follows horror’s evolution from primal tales of survival to the heart pounding thrillers of today.
We’ve dissected the genre into all its terrifying parts. Inside, you’ll
- The Origins of The ancient mythology, folklore, and religious traditions that have shaped the genre since the dawn of humanity.
- The Science of What happens in our brains when we’re scared—and why we can’t get enough of it.
- The Characters of The stories behind horror’s most iconic characters— the vampires, witches, and werewolves that have bled into our hearts.
- Horror through the How history, culture, and catastrophe have shaped the genre from the turn of the century to today.
And more!
