Robert Curran delves into the realms of folklore and the paranormal, drawing on his background as a psychologist to explore the enduring power of myths and supernatural entities. His work meticulously examines the narratives surrounding beings like fairies, vampires, and werewolves, seeking to understand their psychological resonance and cultural persistence. Curran's approach often bridges the gap between the fictional and the factual, investigating the underlying human need for wonder and the explanation of the unexplained. Through his writings, he invites readers to consider the delicate boundary between belief and skepticism, and the stories that shape our understanding of the world.
Just what is a leprechaun? To some, he is full of harmless mischief, guarding his elusive crock of gold. To others, an evil gnome bent on disrupting mortal lives with black magic. Historian & folklorist Bob Curran turns the spotlight on the `real' leprechaun - mysterious, complex and contradictory.
An essential guide to vampires and how to avoid them. Vampire Handbook provides readers with the true 'facts', contesting popular myths and answering plenty of gruesome questions, as well as providing shocking facts, tales of survival, a who's who in the vampire world, and finally what to do if you're ever confronted with one.