For centuries, the legends and myths of vampires have permeated various cultures around the world. In folklore, vampires caused evil doings or deaths in the places they inhabited. The romance of the vampire lies in this creature's total isolation. The vampire is the tragic character of the fallen angel, one with unimaginable power. With this mesmerizing book, readers learn about the origins of vampires and their various forms across the ancient world, Europe, America, the Caribbean, Asia, and Africa. Vlad Tepes, the land of Transylvania, and Dracula are engagingly introduced. An analysis of living creatures with vampire-like features such as the sea lamprey will intrigue readers. This volume also describes how vampires have been featured in books and film.