Greek Myth of Medusa

If Looks Could Kill: The Greek Myth of Medusa and Modern Literature

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The Greek myth of Medusa whose "looks could kill" has forever fascinated storytellers, readers, and horror enthusiasts with its terrifying power.
Hats Horseshoes and Rodeos

Hats, Horseshoes and Rodeos: A Note on Superstitions of the Old West

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Age-old beliefs and superstitions, rooted in folklore and practicality, played a significant role in the lives of those who dared to conquer the untamed frontier and became fodder for authors of tales of the Old West.
Zombie Reading

Zombies: The History and Literature of Reanimated Corpses

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Reanimated corpses stagger through movies, haunt us in October, creep onto our reading list, and slither into our nightmares. Who are they?