{"product_id":"the-illustrated-compendium-of-horror-9087","title":"The Illustrated Compendium of Horror","description":"\u003cp\u003eWITH A GLOW IN THE DARK COVER\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe world of horror comes to life with this gorgeously illustrated and whimsical journey through the genre--exploring the folklore, monsters, and tropes that have fueled our fears for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorror is where the macabre meets the profound, and \u003ci\u003eThe Illustrated Compendium of Horror \u003c\/i\u003eis your visual guide to its twisted world. Drawing from film, fiction, and folklore, this immersive tour follows horror's evolution from primal tales of survival to the heart pounding thrillers of today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've dissected the genre into all its terrifying parts. Inside, you'll discover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The Origins of Horror: The ancient mythology, folklore, and religious traditions that have shaped the genre since the dawn of humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The Science of Horror: What happens in our brains when we're scared--and why we can't get enough of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The Characters of Horror: The stories behind horror's most iconic characters--the vampires, witches, and werewolves that have bled into our hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Horror through the Decades: How history, culture, and catastrophe have shaped the genre from the turn of the century to today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith seek-and-find puzzles, quizzes, and hidden surprises throughout, \u003ci\u003eThe Illustrated Compendium of Horror\u003c\/i\u003e is a fun and interactive guide to one of world's most enduring genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnter...if you dare.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLiz Deleo\u003c\/b\u003e is an illustrator and author known for her whimsical, detail-packed artwork that transport readers into immersive environments. She believes illustrated books aren't just for children, but a powerful way for readers of any age to consume ideas and information. A lifelong lover of literature, her debut, \u003ci\u003eThe Illustrated Compendium of Horror\u003c\/i\u003e, pays tribute to a genre she has cherished since childhood. From her home by the sea with her husband and cat in Kittery, Maine, she creates artwork that's commissioned worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Liz DeLeo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52911013134621,"sku":"9781668099087","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/9095\/8877\/files\/9781668099087.jpg?v=1789070136","url":"https:\/\/www.anovelideaphilly.com\/products\/the-illustrated-compendium-of-horror-9087","provider":"A Novel Idea on Passyunk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}