Cynthia A. Roby - Werewolves

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Roby, Cynthia A., author.

Werewolves / Cynthia A. Roby.

pages cm. (Creatures of fantasy)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN 978-1-50260-510-8 (hardcover) ISBN 978-1-50260-511-5 (ebook)

1. WerewolvesJuvenile literature. 2. WerewolvesFolkloreJuvenile literature. I. Title.

GR830.W4R63 2015

398.24'54dc23

2015006922

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Wolves are the ancestors of domestic dogs. They were first tamed by ancient hunter-gatherers.

Since the first humans walked Earth, myths and legends have engaged minds and inspired imaginations. Ancient civilizations used stories to explain phenomena in the world around them: the weather, tides, and natural disasters. As different cultures evolved, so too did their stories. From their traditions and observations emerged creatures with powerful abilities, mythical intrigue, and their own origins. Sometimes, different cultures encouraged various manifestations of the same creature. At other times, these creatures and cultures morphed into entirely new beings with greater powers than their predecessors.

Today, societies still celebrate the folklore of their ancestorsin films such as The Hobbit, Maleficent, and X-Men; and in book series such as Harry Potter and The Lightning Thief. Some even believe these creatures truly existed, and continue to walk the earth as living creatures. Others resign these beings to myth.

Delusions of becoming a wolf or other feared animal are universal.

In the Creatures of Fantasy series, we celebrate captivating stories of the past from all around the world. Each book focuses on creatures both familiar and unknown: the cunning leprechaun, the valiant Pegasus, the towering giant, and the cursed werewolf. Their various incarnations throughout history are brought to life. All have their own origins, their own legends, and their own influences on the imagination today. Each story adds a new perspective to the human experience, and encourages people to revisit tales of the past in order to understand their presence in the modern age.

Man and wolf have coexisted for centuries. Pictured is a cave painting of a prehistoric wolf.

Think wolf; be wolf.

KAT KRUGER, THE NIGHT HAS CLAWS

T HE WOLF IS PERHAPS MANS OLDEST ENEMY. The relationship between the two reaches back into the dim and distant past. Our earliest ancestors both feared and admired the wolf, and often competed with the beast for food. Man feared the wolfs ferocity but admired its cunning. Man feared its predatory instinct but admired its stealth and swiftness. Man also feared its strength and tirelessness but admired its hunting prowess. The wolf was the ultimate enemy, yet man wished to imitate this predatory canid.

Many early hunters attempted to take on some of the wolfs characteristics. By adopting the wolfs techniques, they believed they could become better hunters and defenders against other predators. Man and wolf began to merge in the early mind. This was a part of an overall longing to be similar to the creature that successfully shared mans environment. But how could man take on the characteristics of such an animal? The answer seemed to be by supernatural means.

Wolves are a lot like men. They are powerful, aggressive, territorial, and predatory. They are smart, curious, cooperative, loyal, and adaptable. They contribute to and respect the