The Official Guide to the Hit Show
Starting with Giles' research into the various monsters and demons our gang has encountered, this volume delves into the folklore that inspired the show's monsters - their mythological, scientific, cultural, literary, and historical origins. For example, portrayals of vampires themselves have varied from Buffy to Bram Stoker and in countless movies, TV, shows, and books in between.
The authors examine how vampires are created (figuratively and literally) on this show, including an interview with series creator Joss Whedon. Then they examine the vampire mythology as developed in other pop culture forms. The same presentation applies to werewolves, witches, ghouls, and a range of monsters.
