The Routledge Companion to Folk Horror 1st Edition

Grab the reader immediately with a vivid line: The unsettling pull of rural dread has never been better mapped than in The Routledge Companion to Folk Horror, 1st Edition by Robert Edgar and Wayne Johnson. This authoritative volume brings together cutting-edge scholarship and accessible analysis to illuminate the past, present and global reach of folk horror across culture and media.

Discover interdisciplinary essays that trace folk horror’s roots from British and European landmark texts and films to contemporary expressions across North America, Asia and Australasia. The book examines literature, cinema, music, architecture and landscape, offering readers fresh perspectives on ritual, folklore, superstition and the uncanny. Written for scholars, students and curious general readers, the Companion balances rigorous theory with readable case studies and close readings that make complex ideas tangible.

Imagine using this collection to deepen course syllabi, inform film and cultural research, or enrich fandom knowledge—its insights help you see familiar works in a new, darker light. With editorial leadership from respected voices in the field, this first edition is an essential reference that situates folk horror within global cultural studies and contemporary critical debate.

Order your copy today to add a definitive resource to your library. Whether you’re teaching, researching or simply fascinated by the strange and rural sublime, The Routledge Companion to Folk Horror is the critical guide that will transform how you understand the genre.

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