Sconduto, Leslie A.. Metamorphoses of the werewolf : a literary study from antiquity through the Renaissance

Folger bibliographic ID: 224301
Folger call number: PN56.W45 S36 2008
Folger holdings ID: 255007

"The werewolf is known for its sudden transformation under the full moon, but also underwent an evolution from bloodthirsty creature to antihero. The book analyzes the context that created the image of the werewolf as a savage beast. The Catholic Church's response to the belief in werewolves and literature's depiction of the werewolf as victims are presented"--Provided by publisher

General notes

Includes bibliographical references (p. 211-216) and index

Contents

The werewolf in antiquity -- The church's response to the werewolf -- The werewolves of Ossory and other medieval wonder tales and marvels -- Bisclavret or a lesson in loyalty -- Melion or a lesson about pride -- Arthur and Gorlagon or a lesson for an adulteress -- Guillaume de Palerne or a lesson in noble sacrifice -- A new renaissance for the wicked werewolf -- Explanations or "que cele beste senefie"

Extended title: Metamorphoses of the werewolf : a literary study from antiquity through the Renaissance / Leslie A. Sconduto

Werewolves in literature Werewolves

author: Sconduto, Leslie A., 1950-