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First Edition, First Printing: A scarce title in handsome near fine condition with the exceedingly rare original dust jacket. (Publisher's catalog, dated Autumn 1912). The only other first printing copy listed in the original jacket is priced at over $13,000.00, and is the only copy to have appeared in the original jacket in some time. There has been a rapid uptick in the level of interest about lycanthropes — otherwise known as werewolves — in recent years. Most experts in the field agree that Elliott O'Donnell's encyclopedic study of werewolves remains one of the best resources on the subject. The book is in near fine condition with vibrant red boards with small faint spot to the front. Bright gilt titles to the front and spine. The binding is tight and square. The book has sharp corners and no edgewear. The end papers have no owner names, bookplates, and no inscriptions but slight faded faint foxing. The interior pages are overall very clean with an occasional faded handling mark, otherwise, no marks, no stains, and no writing. The book has the requisite publisher's catalog, dated Autumn 1912. Beautiful readable book with a tight binding and stunning boards. Please see images. The original first edition vibrant teal blue dust jacket has benefited from very slight restoration to the spine tips (not affecting the text) by an expert conservator and as such presents in near fine condition. The jacket has strong vibrant colors with no edgewear, no chips, no stains, no rips, no fading and no foxing. The dust jacket is NOT Price clipped and with 5/- net price on spine. Please see detailed images. A very handsome, near fine example of an extremely scarce title in the scarcer Original Jacket. (Sightings of the true original dust jacket are rumored to be as rare as a Werewolf sighting). Presents beautifully on the shelf. ADDITIONAL IMAGES ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. Please see our ABE store for other Horror and SciFi listings.

"Werwolves" is a book written by Elliott O'Donnell, first published in 1912. Elliott O'Donnell was an Irish author known for his works on the paranormal, especially ghosts and spirits. In "Werwolves," O'Donnell delves into the folklore, legends, and supposed real-life encounters with werewolves. The book explores the concept of werewolves, beings capable of transforming into wolves or wolf-like creatures. It examines various myths and stories from different cultures around the world where werewolves are prominent figures. O'Donnell discusses the origins of werewolf beliefs, their appearances in folklore and literature, and the psychological aspects associated with the phenomenon. O'Donnell also includes accounts of alleged encounters with werewolves, providing a mix of folklore, historical anecdotes, and personal interpretations. He explores the idea of lycanthropy, the supposed ability of humans to transform into wolves, and examines how this belief has evolved over time. While "Werwolves" is primarily a work of folklore and legend, it reflects O'Donnell's fascination with the supernatural and his interest in exploring the mysterious and unexplained aspects of human experience. The book has contributed to the enduring interest in werewolves and the broader genre of horror literature.