ENCYCLOPEDIA OF HELL

From the editor: The Encyclopedia of Hell gathers diverse descriptions of the netherworld from myth, religion, literature, visions, theater, art, music, film, television, and popular culture in a single comprehensive volume. It offers a broad range of interpretations from hundreds of different sources, highlighting areas of similarity and contrast between theories. The Encyclopedia of Hell also explains the origins of underworld concepts and examines the impact of these ideas on literature, history, and cultural development. All information is relayed without subjective interpretation and includes cross-references for further explanation.

Recent research shows that more than 60 percent of Americans believe in the existence of hell, although most are not quite sure of the specific details. Today, most people currently derive an understanding of the underworld from religious teachings, horror movies, rock videos, and other fragments of information. This volume puts these scattered concepts in context and traces connections among evolving suppositions.

In addition to describing various images of the underworld, The Encyclopedia of Hell includes hundreds of fascinating facts relating to the great below. Illuminated herein are such tales as the origin of the first mummy, the reason why only a wooden stake can kill a vampire, and why the number thirteen is considered unlucky. The book also explores the question, Is the gate of hell located in Long Island, or - as ancient myth tells us - in France? …and many other infernal theories...

Pages: 308
Special Interest: Hell, Satan, Devil, Advanced Studies & Research, Occult, Religion.

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