by Valerie Estelle Frankel · LitCrit Press · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780615857800
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«Bloodsuckers on the Bayou: The Myths, Symbols, and Tales Behind HBO's True Blood» is Valerie Estelle Frankel's critical essay, in paperback.
Analyzes True Blood as more than a vampire series: Sookie Stackhouse follows the classic heroine's journey, comparable to those of Isis, Demeter, or Katniss Everdeen. It explores its mythical structure —maenads, fairies, demons, werewolves, and vampires— and shows how those ancient roots address modern problems and break taboos.
Published by LitCrit Press in 2013; text in English, 186 pages. It falls within television and performing arts studies.
This book is for True Blood fans and for those who want to understand the mythical and symbolic roots of current fantasy.
American college professor of creative writing and author of books on pop culture
