The Myths Of Werewolves
Werewolves are one of the most universal monsters. They grip us with fear and have countless renditions, but why are they scary? Where do the myths come from, and how do you become a werewolf? Werewolves have remained a widespread mythical creature because they are a metaphor that appeals to our deep rooted fears.
There are many possible sources for the werewolf myths. Most historians credit the source of this myth to the ancient Greeks However, according to The Werewolf, by Montague Summers, it originated in an ancient Phoenician cult, in 1200 BC (Tanvir). The oldest known written work that mentions werewolves, was the “The Epic of Gilgamesh” (Wilson 2), where a shepherd was turned into a wolf. Another story comes from the Bolsinger Saga,
There are many possible sources for the werewolf myths. Most historians credit the source of this myth to the ancient Greeks However, according to The Werewolf, by Montague Summers, it originated in an ancient Phoenician cult, in 1200 BC (Tanvir). The oldest known written work that mentions werewolves, was the “The Epic of Gilgamesh” (Wilson 2), where a shepherd was turned into a wolf. Another story comes from the Bolsinger Saga,