Robert Curran

In his fascinating and wide-ranging new book, Dr. Bob Curran explores man-made monsters and the truth behind the myths. You’ll learn fascinating details about:
• The 19th-century scientist who tried to bring the dead back to life—the model for Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein.
• The Man of Clay who lumbered through the streets of medieval Prague at the command of early rabbis.
• Tales of robots that may have existed in the ancient world and threatened Greek and Roman warriors.
• Cloning and the artificial creation of life, and what strange and mysterious areas they may be heading into.
Dr. Bob Curran was born in a remote area of County Down, Northern Ireland. Since leaving school, he has travelled throughout the world, fascinated by the myths and stories he has found. He has written a number of books looking at culture and lore, including Vampires; Lost Lands, Forgotten Realms; Zombies; and Werewolves, all for New Page Books. He lives in Northern Ireland with his