Explore the world of supernatural with this captivating book that delves into the origins and nature of belief in mysterious beings, from fiends to ghosts and sprites. Radcliffe provides a thorough analysis of the human fascination with the otherworldly, drawing upon various cultures and traditions, and offers a fresh perspective on old myths and legends. A must-read for anyone interested in the supernatural and the inexplicable.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.