Transylvania

Vampires

The land of Transylvania has a long and rich history. In the United States, it is most famous for being the setting of countless vampire books and films, most famously Bram Stoker?s novel. Featuring many full-color photographs of Transylvania and its people, this book brings readers inside the history, folk culture, religious rituals, and mythology of Transylvania. They will learn about how accounts of Transylvania inspired Bram Stoker, the link between Transylvanian vampire myths and Hollywood vampires, famous Transylvanians such as Bela Lugosi, and contemporary Transylvania?s growing tourist industry.

* Reviews *

Book Review: TransylvaniaA very informative book with a comprehensive look at vampires. Presents history regarding Dracula and the area including modern Transylvania.Tammy Kester, West Allegheny High School
RL
Grades
5
IL
Grades
5-8
Details:
Product type:
ISBN: 978-1-4488-2231-7
Author: Robert Z. Cohen
Copyright: 2012
Reading Level: Grade 5
Interest Level: Grades 5-8
Lexile: 1090L
Dimensions: 7 1/4" x 9 1/4"